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Rider's Manual
R 1200 RS

BMW Motorrad

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The Ultimate Riding Machine

Vehicle data/dealership details Vehicle data
Model Vehicle Identification Number Colour code Date of first registration Registration number

Dealership details Person to contact in Service department Ms/Mr Phone number
Dealership address/phone number (company stamp)

Welcome to BMW
We congratulate you on your choice of a vehicle from BMW Motorrad and welcome you to the community of BMW riders. Familiarise yourself with your new vehicle so that you can ride it safely and confidently in all traffic situations.
About this Rider's Manual
Please read this Rider's Manual carefully before starting to use your new BMW. It contains important information on how to operate the controls and how to make the best possible use of all your BMW's technical features. In addition, it contains information on maintenance and care to help you maintain your vehicle's reliability and safety, as well as its value. This record of the maintenance work you have had performed on

your vehicle is a precondition for generous treatment of goodwill claims. If the time comes to sell your BMW, please remember to hand over this Rider's Manual to the new owner. It is an important part of the vehicle.
Suggestions and criticism If you have questions concerning your vehicle, your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer will gladly provide advice and assistance.
We hope you will enjoy riding your BMW and that all your journeys will be pleasant and safe
BMW Motorrad.

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Table of Contents

1 General instructions . . . . 5 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Abbreviations and symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Actuality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2 General views . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 General view, left side . . . . . . . 11 General view, right side . . . . . 13 Underneath the seat . . . . . . . . 14 Multifunction switch, left . . . . 15 Multifunction switch, right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3 Status indicators . . . . . . . 19 Indicator and warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Multifunction display (Full view) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Multifunction display (Sport view) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Multifunction display (Touring view) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Service-due indicator . . . . . . . . 42 Fuel reserve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Oil level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Ambient temperature. . . . . . . . 44 Tyre pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Recommendation to upshift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Red rpm range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
4 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Ignition with Keyless Ride . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Emergency off switch (kill switch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Daytime riding light . . . . . . . . . . 57 Hazard warning lights system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Multifunction display . . . . . . . . 60 Anti-theft alarm (DWA) . . . . . . 67

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Automatic Stability Control (ASC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Cruise-control system . . . . . . . 76 Heated handlebar grips . . . . . 78 Front and rear seats . . . . . . . . . 79
5 Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Windscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
6 Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . 88 Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Shifting gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Parking your motorcycle . . . . 97 Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Securing motorcycle for transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
7 Engineering details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
General instructions . . . . . . . 104 Anti-lock brake system (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Automatic Stability Control (ASC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Shift assistant Pro . . . . . . . . . 114
8 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . 117 General instructions . . . . . . . 118 Toolkit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Front-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . 118

Rear-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . 120 Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Rims and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Silencer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Light source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Diagnostic connector . . . . . . 151
9 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . 153 General instructions . . . . . . . 154 Power sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 Cases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Topcase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Navigation system . . . . . . . . . 161
10 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 Washing the vehicle . . . . . . . 168 Cleaning easily damaged components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169

Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 Protective wax coating . . . . 170 Laying up the motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 Restoring motorcycle to use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
11 Technical data . . . . . . 171 Troubleshooting chart . . . . . 172 Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . 173 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175 Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178 Final drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178 Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179 Chassis and suspension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 Wheels and tyres . . . . . . . . . . 180 Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . 182 Anti-theft alarm. . . . . . . . . . . . 183 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184 Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185 Riding specifications . . . . . . 185

12 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 BMW Motorrad Service . . . 188 BMW Motorrad Mobility services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . 188 Maintenance schedule . . . . 191 Confirmation of maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Confirmation of service . . . . 206
13 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209 Certificate for electronic immobiliser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210 Certificate for Keyless Ride . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 Certificate for tyre pressure control (RDC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
14 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215

General instructions

1

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

5

Abbreviations and symbols . . . . . . . . . . 6

Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Actuality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

General instructions

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1 Overview An important aspect of this

Abbreviations and symbols

6 Rider's Manual is that it can

CAUTION Low-risk hazard.

be used for quick and easy

Non-avoidance can lead to

reference. Consulting the

slight or moderate injury.

extensive index at the end of this Rider's Manual is the fastest way to find information on a particular topic or item. To first read an

WARNING Medium-risk hazard. Non-avoidance can lead to fatal or severe injury.

Instruction.
Result of an activity.
Reference to a page with more detailed information.
Indicates the end of a passage relating to spe-

General instructions

overview of your motorcycle,

DANGER High-risk haz-

cific accessories or items

please go to chapter 2. All

ard. Non-avoidance leads

of equipment.

maintenance and repair work on to fatal or severe injury.

the motorcycle is documented

ATTENTION Special

Tightening torque.

in Chapter 12. This record of

notes and precautionary

the maintenance work you have had performed on your vehicle

measures. Non-compliance can lead to damage to the vehicle or

Technical data.

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is a precondition for generous

accessory and, consequently, to

treatment of goodwill claims. When the time comes to sell your BMW, please remember to hand over this Rider's Manual; it is an important part of the mo-

voiding of the warranty.
NOTICE Specific instructions on how to operate, control, adjust or look after items

OE

torcycle.

of equipment on the vehicle.

Indicates the end of an

Optional extras. The vehicles are assembled complete with all the BMW Motorrad optional extras originally ordered.

item of information.

OA

Optional accessories. You can obtain BMW Motorrad optional accessories through your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer; optional accessories have to be retrofitted to the vehicle.

ESA Electronic Suspension Adjustment.

Technical data
All dimensions, weights and

1

RDC Tyre pressure monitoring.

power ratings stated in the

7

Rider's Manual are quoted to the

standards and comply with the

Equipment
When you purchased your BMW motorcycle, you chose a model

tolerance requirements of the Deutsches Institut für Normung e.V. (DIN). Versions for individual countries may differ.

General instructions

EWS Electronic immobiliser.

with individual equipment. This Rider's Manual describes the

Actuality

DWA Anti-theft alarm (Diebstahlwarnanlage).

ABS Anti-lock brake system.

ASC Automatic Stability Control.

DTC

Dynamic Traction Control (optional extra only in combination with Pro riding modes).

optional extras (OE) offered by BMW and selected optional accessories (OA). This explains why the manual may also contain descriptions of equipment which you have not ordered. Please note, too, that your motorcycle might not be exactly as illustrated in this manual on account of country-specific differences. If your motorcycle contains equipment that has not been described, its description can be found in a separate manual.

The high safety and quality level of BMW motorcycles is ensured by continuous development work on design, equipment and accessories. Because of this, your motorcycle may differ from the information supplied in the Rider's Manual. Nor can BMW Motorrad entirely rule out errors and omissions. We hope you will appreciate that no claims can be entertained on the basis of the data, illustrations or descriptions in this manual.

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General instructions

General views

2

General view, left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

9

General view, right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Underneath the seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Multifunction switch, left . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Multifunction switch, right . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

General views

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2
10
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General views

General view, left side
1 with daytime running

2

light OE

11

Manual daytime riding light

( 57).

2 Clutch-fluid reservoir

( 126)

3 Fuel filler neck ( 98)

4 Seat lock ( 79)

5 Setting the rear damping

(down at the spring strut)

( 86)

General views

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12
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General views

General view, right side
1 Adjuster for spring preload, rear ( 85)

9 Brake-fluid reservoir, rear ( 125)
10 Power socket ( 154)

2
13

2 Brake-fluid tank, front

( 124)

3 Vehicle identification num-

ber (VIN) (on steering head,

General views

right)

Type plate (on steering

head, left)

4 Coolant-level indicator

( 126)

Coolant expansion tank

( 127)

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5 Tyre pressure table

6 Oil filler neck ( 121)

7 Engine oil level indicator

( 120)

8 Behind the side trim panel:

Battery ( 145)

Positive battery connection

point ( 144)

Diagnostic connector

( 151)

General views

2 Underneath the seat 1 Fuses ( 149) 14 2 Rider's Manual
3 Standard toolkit ( 118) 4 Payload table
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Multifunction switch, left

2

1 High-beam headlight and

15

headlight flasher ( 55)

2

with cruise control OE

Cruise-control system

General views

( 76).

3 Hazard warning lights sys-

tem ( 59)

4 ABS ( 69)

ASC ( 70)

with Dynamic Traction

Control (DTC) OE

DTC ( 70)

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5

with Dynamic ESA OE

Dynamic ESA range of ad-

justment ( 72)

6 with LED auxiliary head-

lights OA

LED auxiliary headlights

( 56).

7 Turn indicators ( 59)

8 Horn

2 9 Multifunction display ( 60)

10 with preparation for nav-

16

igation system OE

Operating navigation sys-

tem ( 162)

Multi-Controller

11 with daytime running

light OE

Manual daytime riding light

( 57).

General views

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Multifunction switch, right

2

1 with heated handlebar

17

grips OE

Operating the heated

handlebar grips ( 78).

2 Riding mode ( 73)

3 Emergency off switch (kill

switch) ( 54)

4 Starter button

Start engine ( 91).

General views

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2 Instrument panel 1 Speedometer

18 2 Photosensor (for adapting

the brightness of the in-

strument lighting)

with daytime running

light OE

General views

Photosensor for automatic

daytime riding light

with alarm system

(DWA) OE

Alarm system LED

with Keyless Ride OE

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Telltale light for the radio-

operated key

3 Indicator and warning lights

( 20)

4 Multifunction display

There is a choice of 3 dif-

ferent display views:

Full view ( 22)

Sport view ( 23)

Touring view ( 24)

Status indicators

3

Indicator and warning lights . . . . . . . . . 20

19

Multifunction display (Full view) . . . . . 22

Multifunction display (Sport view) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Status indicators

Multifunction display (Touring view) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Service-due indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Fuel reserve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Oil level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

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Ambient temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Tyre pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Recommendation to upshift . . . . . . . . 45

Red rpm range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

3 Indicator and warning lights

20 1 General warning light (in

combination with warning

symbols on the display)

( 25)

2 Neutral

Status indicators

3 with LED auxiliary head-

lights OA

LED auxiliary headlights

( 56).

4 High-beam headlight

( 55)

5 ASC ( 70)

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with Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) OE

DTC ( 70)

6 Turn indicators, right

7 - with EU market export NV

Malfunction indicator lamp

Emissions warning ( 34)

8 ABS ( 69)

9 with daytime running light OE

3

Manual daytime riding light

( 57).

21

10 Fuel reserve ( 43)

11 with cruise control OE

Cruise-control system

( 76).

12 Turn indicators, left

Status indicators

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3 Multifunction display (Full view)

22 1 Clock ( 64)

2 Engine speed display

3 On-board computer read-

ings ( 60)

Status indicators

4 Dynamic ESA setting

( 72)

5 Red rpm range ( 45)

6 Fuel level

7 Outside temperature warn-

ing ( 44)

8 Riding mode ( 73)

9 On-board computer read-

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ings ( 60)

10 Automatic daytime riding

light ( 57)

11 Heating stages, handlebar

grips ( 78)

12 Gear indicator; "N" indic-

ates neutral

Multifunction display (Sport view)

3

1 Clock ( 64)

23

2 Engine rpm bar

3 Red rpm range ( 45)

4 Engine rpm

Status indicators

5 Fuel level

6 Automatic daytime riding

light ( 57)

7 Heating stages, handlebar

grips ( 78)

8 Outside temperature warn-

ing ( 44)

9 Riding mode ( 73)

10 On-board computer read-

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ings ( 60)

11 Gear indicator; "N" indic-

ates neutral

Status indicators

3 Multifunction display (Touring view)
24 1 Clock ( 64) 2 Speedometer 3 Fuel level 4 Outside temperature warning ( 44) 5 Riding mode ( 73) 6 On-board computer readings ( 60) 7 Automatic daytime riding light ( 57) 8 Heating stages, handlebar grips ( 78)
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ates neutral

Warnings Mode of presentation

pending on the urgency of the warning.

3

Warnings are indicated by the

If multiple warnings are active at

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corresponding warning lights.

the same time the three highest-

priority warnings are shown. The

possible warnings are listed on

the next pages.

Status indicators

Warnings for which there is no

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dedicated warning light are indic-

ated by 'General' warning light 1

showing along with up to three

warning symbols at position 2

appearing in succession from

right to left. These warning sym-

bols appear in their order of pri-

ority. The highest priority is on

the right. The 'general' warning

light shows red or yellow, de-

3 Warnings, overview
26 Telltale and warning lights

Status indicators

lights up yellow

lights up yellow

lights up yellow

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flashes red

lights up yellow flashes yellow

Warning symbols in the Meaning display

appears on the display

Outside temperature warning ( 31)

appears on the display

EWS active ( 31)

appears on the display

Radio-operated key out of range ( 31)

appears on the display

Replace the battery of the radio-operated key ( 32)

appears on the display

Coolant temperature too high ( 32)

appears on the display

Engine has not yet warmed up to operating temperature ( 32)

appears on the display

Engine in emergency-operation mode ( 33)

appears on the display

Severe fault in the engine control unit ( 33)

Telltale and warning lights

Warning symbols in the Meaning display

3

Malfunction indicator lamp lights up

Emissions warning ( 34)

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appears on the display

Engine-oil level too low ( 34)

Status indicators

flashes red

appears on the display

Tyre pressure outside permitted tolerance ( 34)

lights up yellow

appears on the display

Sensor defective or system error ( 35)

"--" or "-- --"

is displayed.

"--" or "-- --"

Signal transmission disrupted ( 35)

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is displayed.

lights up yellow

appears on the display

Battery of tyre-pressure sensor weak ( 36)

lights up yellow

appears on the display

Light failure ( 36)

lights up yellow

appears on the display

Front light failure ( 37)

3 Telltale and warning lights

28

lights up yellow

Status indicators

lights up yellow lights up red
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lights up yellow shows yellow briefly flashes

Warning symbols in the Meaning display

appears on the display

Rear light failure ( 37)

appears on the display

On-board system voltage low ( 38)

appears on the display

On-board system voltage critical ( 38)

appears on the display

Battery charge voltage insufficient ( 38)

appears on the display

DWA battery weak ( 39)

appears on the display

DWA battery flat ( 39)

appears on the display

Service overdue ( 39)

ABS self-diagnosis not completed ( 40)

Telltale and warning lights

Warning symbols in the Meaning display

3

lights up

ABS fault ( 40)

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lights up

ABS switched off ( 40)

Status indicators

quick-flashes

ASC/DTC intervention ( 40)

slow-flashes lights up lights up

ASC/DTC self-diagnosis not completed ( 40)
ASC/DTC switched off ( 41)
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ASC/DTC fault ( 41)

lights up yellow

appears on the display
The gear indicator flashes.

ESA fault ( 41) Gear not calibrated ( 41)

3 Telltale and warning lights

30

lights up

Warning symbols in the Meaning display
Fuel down to reserve ( 42)

Status indicators

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Outside temperature warning

EWS active lights up yellow.

appears on the display.

3

appears on the display.

Possible cause:

31

Status indicators

appears on the display.

Communication between R/C key

Possible cause:

and engine electronics is disrup-

The air temperature

Possible cause:

ted. Check the battery in the radio-

measured at the vehicle The key being used is not au-

operated key.

is lower than:

thorised for starting, or commu-

Replace the battery of the

approx. 3 °C

nication between key and engine electronics is disrupted.

radio-operated key ( 53). Use the reserve key to con-

WARNING Risk of black ice also applic-

Remove all other vehicle keys from the same ring as the ignition key.

tinue your journey. Loss of the radio-operated key ( 52).

able at over 3 °C Risk of accident

Use the emergency key. Have the defective key re-

Remain calm if the warning symbol appears while you are

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Always take extra care

placed, preferably by an au-

riding. You can continue your

when temperatures are

thorised BMW Motorrad dealer. journey, the engine will not

low; remember that there is particular danger of black ice forming on bridges and where the road is in shade.

Radio-operated key out of range
with Keyless Ride OE

switch off. Have the defective radio-operated key replaced by an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Ride carefully and think well ahead.

lights up yellow.

3 Replace the battery of the radio-operated key

appears on the display.

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with Keyless Ride OE

lights up yellow.

ATTENTION Riding with overheated en-

appears on the display.

gine Engine damage

Status indicators

Compliance with the

Possible cause: The integral battery in the

information set out below is essential.

radio-operated key has lost

Possible cause:

a significant proportion of its

The coolant level is too low.

original capacity. There is no

Check coolant level ( 126).

assurance of how long the R/C If the coolant level is too low:

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key can remain operational.

Top up the coolant and have

Replace the battery of the

the coolant system checked

radio-operated key ( 53).

by a specialist workshop,

Coolant temperature too high

preferably by an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

flashes red.

Possible cause:

The coolant temperature is too

high.

If possible, ride in the part-load range to cool down the engine. If the coolant temperature is frequently too high, have the fault rectified as soon as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Engine has not yet warmed up to operating temperature
shows only in Touring view.
Possible cause: The engine has not yet warmed up to its operating temperature. At low engine temperature:
Do not warm up the engine with the vehicle at a standstill; instead, ride off at moderate engine rpm and speed. Riding at moderate engine rpm and speed is the quickest way

to warm up the engine from cold to operating temperature.

Adapt your style of riding accordingly: avoid accelerating

appears on the display.

3

When operating tempera-

sharply and overtaking.

ture is reached the engine Possible cause:

33 WARNING

symbol shows for approximately 10 seconds, accompanied by
OK.

The engine control unit has diagnosed a fault. In exceptional cases, the engine stops and re-

Engine damage when running in emergency-operation mode

Status indicators

The engine symbol disappears fuses to start. Otherwise, the en- Risk of accident

from the display. Engine in emergency-

gine runs in emergency operating mode.
You can continue to ride, but

Adapt your style of riding accordingly: ride slowly, avoid sharp accelerating and overtak-

operation mode

bear in mind that the usual en- ing.

lights up yellow.

gine performance might not be available.

If possible, have the vehicle brought in and the fault

appears on the display.

Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a

rectified by a specialist workshop, preferably an

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specialist workshop, preferably

authorised BMW Motorrad

an authorised BMW Motorrad

dealer.

WARNING

dealer.

Possible cause:

Unusual ride characterist-

Severe fault in the engine The engine control unit has dia-

ics when engine running in control unit

gnosed a fault which may cause

emergency-operation mode Risk of accident

flashes yellow.

severe secondary faults. The engine is in emergency-operation

mode.

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It is possible to continue to ride Engine-oil level too low

but not recommended.

appears on the display.

flashes red.

Avoid high load and rpm 34 ranges if possible.

appears on the display.

Have the fault rectified as

Possible cause:

quickly as possible by a

The electronic oil-level sensor

specialist workshop, preferably has registered an excessively low

WARNING

Status indicators

an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Emissions warning The malfunction indicator lamp lights up.

oil level. The next time you stop for fuel:
Checking engine oil level ( 120). If the oil level is too low: Topping up the engine oil

Tyre pressure outside permitted tolerance. Impairment of the vehicle's handling characteristics.
Adapt your style of riding accordingly.

Possible cause:

( 121). If the oil level is correct:

Possible cause:

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The engine control unit has diagnosed a fault which affects the

pollutant emissions.

Seek the advice of a specialist Measured tyre pressure is out-

workshop, preferably an author- side permitted tolerance.

ised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Check the tyre for damage

Have the fault rectified by a

and to ascertain whether the

specialist workshop, preferably Tyre pressure outside

vehicle can be ridden with the

an authorised BMW Motorrad permitted tolerance

tyre in its present condition.

dealer.

with tyre pressure monitoring If the vehicle can be ridden with

You can continue riding; pollut- (RDC) OE

the tyre in its present condition:

ant emissions are higher than

Correct the tyre pressure at the

the threshold values.

earliest possible opportunity.

NOTICE

lights up yellow.

Before you adjust tyre pressure, read the information on temperature compensation and adjusting pressure in the section entitled "Engineering details".
Have the tyre checked for damage by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. If you are unsure whether the vehicle can be ridden with the tyre in its present condition: Do not continue your journey. Notify the breakdown service.
Sensor defective or system error
with tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) OE

appears on the display.
"--" or "-- --" is displayed.
Possible cause: Motorcycle is fitted with wheels not equipped with RDC sensors.
Fit wheels and tyres equipped with RDC sensors.
Possible cause: 1 or 2 RDC sensors have failed or a system error has occurred.
Have the fault rectified by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Signal transmission disrupted
with tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) OE

"--" or "-- --" is displayed.

Possible cause: The vehicle did not reach

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the minimum required speed ( 112).

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RDC sensor is not active

Status indicators

min 30 km/h (The RDC sensor does not transmit its signal to the vehicle until a certain minimum speed has been reached.)

Increase speed above this

threshold and observe the RDC

readings. Assume that a permanent fault has not occurred

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unless the 'General' warning

light comes on to accompany

the symptoms. Under these

circumstances:

Have the fault rectified by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

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Battery of tyre-pressure

Wireless communication with the sensor weak

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RDC sensors has been disrupted. Possible causes include radio-

communication systems operat-

with tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) OE

ing in the vicinity and interfering

lights up yellow.

Seek the advice of a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Light failure lights up yellow.

with the link between the RDC

Status indicators

control unit and the sensors. Move to another location and

appears on the display.

appears on the display.

observe the RDC readings. As-

sume that a permanent fault has not occurred unless the

NOTICE

WARNING

'General' warning light comes This error message shows briefly Vehicle overlooked in traffic

on to accompany the symp-

only after the Pre-Ride-Check

due to failure of the lights on

toms. Under these circum-

completes.

the vehicle

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stances: Have the fault rectified by a

Possible cause:

Safety risk Replace defective bulbs as

specialist workshop, preferably The integral battery in the tyre-

soon as possible; always carry

an authorised BMW Motorrad pressure sensor has lost a sig-

a complete set of spare bulbs if

dealer.

nificant proportion of its original

possible.

capacity. There is no assurance

of how long the tyre pressure

Possible cause:

control system can remain opera- A combination of light failures

tional.

has occurred.

Replacing bulbs for low-beam and high-beam headlight

a complete set of spare bulbs if Rear light failure

possible.

lights up yellow.

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( 137). Replacing bulb for parking light ( 139). Replacing bulbs for front and rear turn indicators ( 141). Replacing LED turn indicators ( 144). Replacing LED rear light ( 144).

Possible cause:
Low-beam headlight, high-beam headlight, side light, auxiliary headlight, daytime riding light or front turn indicator bulb faulty. Faulty bulbs have to be replaced.
Replacing bulbs for low-beam and high-beam headlight ( 137).

appears on the display.
WARNING Vehicle overlooked in traffic due to failure of the lights on the vehicle

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Status indicators

Front light failure lights up yellow.

Replacing bulb for parking light ( 139). Replacing bulbs for front and

Safety risk Replace defective bulbs as soon as possible; always carry

appears on the display.

rear turn indicators ( 141). Replacing LED turn indicators

a complete set of spare bulbs if possible.

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WARNING
Vehicle overlooked in traffic due to failure of the lights on

( 144). Replacing LED daytime riding light ( 144). Replacing LED additional headlights ( 144).

Possible cause:
Rear light or rear turn indicator is faulty. The rear light or rear turn indicator bulb has to be replaced.

the vehicle

Replacing LED rear light

Safety risk

( 144).

Replace defective bulbs as

soon as possible; always carry

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Replacing bulbs for front and rear turn indicators ( 141).

On-board system voltage critical

When riding at low engine rpm switch off all consumers that

Replacing LED turn indicators 38 ( 144).

lights up yellow.

are not necessary for road safety (e.g. heated handlebar

On-board system voltage low

appears on the display.

grips or auxiliary headlights). Battery charge voltage

Status indicators

appears on the display. Generator power is only just sufficient to supply all consumers and charge the battery.

Generator power is no longer sufficient to supply all consumers and charge the battery. In order to ensure that the engine can

insufficient lights up red.
appears on the display.

Possible cause:

be started and the motorcycle

Too many consumers switched ridden, the on-board electronics

on. On-board system voltage

switch off the electricity supply

WARNING

tends to drop particularly at low to the on-board sockets and the

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Discharged battery causes

is idling.

cases the seat heating and the various motorcycle systems

When riding at low engine rpm switch off all consumers that are not necessary for road

grip heating might also be shut down. Possible cause:

to fail, such as lighting, engine or ABS Risk of accident

safety (e.g. heated handlebar Too many consumers switched

Do not continue your journey.

grips or auxiliary headlights).

on. On-board system voltage tends to drop particularly at low engine rpm and when the engine is idling.

Battery is not being charged. If you continue to ride the vehicle the on-board electronics will drain the battery.

Possible cause:
Alternator or alternator drive is faulty or the fuse for the alternator regulator has blown.
Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
DWA battery weak with alarm system (DWA) OE

of how long the DWA anti-theft alarm can remain operational if

theft alarm will be operational if the vehicle's battery is discon-

3

the vehicle's battery is disconnected.

nected. Seek the advice of a specialist 39

Seek the advice of a specialist workshop, preferably an author-

workshop, preferably an author- ised BMW Motorrad dealer.

ised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Service overdue

DWA battery flat

appears on the display.

with alarm system (DWA) OE

lights up yellow.

shows yellow briefly after the Pre-Ride-Check.

Status indicators

appears on the display.

appears on the display.

Possible cause:

A necessary service has not

been carried out.

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NOTICE

NOTICE

Have servicing carried out as

This error message shows briefly only after the Pre-Ride-Check completes.

This error message shows briefly only after the Pre-Ride-Check completes.

quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Possible cause:
The integral battery in the antitheft alarm (DWA) has lost a significant proportion of its original capacity. There is no assurance

Possible cause:
The integral battery in the antitheft alarm (DWA) has lost its entire original capacity. There is no assurance that the DWA anti-

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Possible cause:

ASC/DTC intervention

The ABS control unit has detec-

quick-flashes.

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flashes.

ted a fault. The ABS function is

The ASC/DTC has detec-

not available.

ted a degree of instability at the

Possible cause:

You can continue to ride. Bear rear wheel and has intervened to in mind the more detailed in- reduce torque. The indicator and

Status indicators

ABS self-diagnosis not completed

formation on certain situations that can lead to an ABS fault message ( 105).

warning light flashes for longer than ASC/DTC intervention lasts. This affords the rider visual feed-

The ABS function is not avail-

Have the fault rectified as

back on control intervention even

able, because self-diagnosis

quickly as possible by a

after the critical situation has

did not complete. (The motor-

specialist workshop, preferably been dealt with.

cycle has to reach a defined

an authorised BMW Motorrad

minimum speed for the wheel

dealer.

ASC/DTC self-diagnosis

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speed sensors to be checked: 5 km/h)

ABS switched off

not completed slow-flashes.

Pull away slowly. Bear in mind

lights up.

that the ABS function is not

available until self-diagnosis has Possible cause:

completed.

The rider has switched off the

ABS fault lights up.

ABS system. Switch on the ABS function.

Possible cause:
ASC/DTC self-diagnosis not completed

Possible cause:
The rider has switched off the ASC/DTC function.
Switching on ASC/DTC

ESA fault With Dynamic ESA OE
lights up yellow.

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The ASC/DTC function is not

( 71).

Status indicators

available, because self-diagnosis did not complete. (The

ASC/DTC fault

appears on the display.

motorcycle has to reach a defined minimum speed for

lights up.

Possible cause:

the wheel speed sensors to be checked: 5 km/h)
Pull away slowly. The ASC/ DTC indicator and warning light must go out after a few metres. If the ASC/DTC indicator and warning light continues flashing: Seek the advice of a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Possible cause:
The ASC/DTC control unit has detected a fault. The ASC/DTC function is not available.
You can continue to ride. Bear in mind that the ASC/DTC function is not available. Bear in mind the more detailed information on situations that can lead to a fault ( 108).

The ESA control unit has detected a fault. In this condition, the motorcycle has too much damping and is uncomfortable to drive, especially on roads in poor condition.
Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

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ASC/DTC switched off

Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a

Gear not calibrated

lights up.

specialist workshop, preferably

with Pro shift assistant OE

an authorised BMW Motorrad

The gear indicator flashes.

dealer.

The shift assistant Pro is

not available.

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Fuel down to reserve lights up.

Service-due indicator

42 The transmission sensor has not been completely calibrated.

Engage idle position N and run

WARNING

the engine at standstill for a

minimum of 10 seconds to cal- Irregular engine operation or

Status indicators

ibrate the idle position.

engine shutdown due to lack

Use clutch control to engage of fuel

all gears and ride for a min-

Risk of accident, damage to cata-

imum of 10 seconds in each lytic converter

engaged gear.

Do not run the fuel tank dry.

The service-due date 1 shows

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The gear indicator stops flashing once the transmission sensor has been successfully calibrated.

Possible cause:
The fuel tank contains no more than the reserve quantity of fuel.

when a service is due within one month.
When a service is due within 1000 km (US model, 700 miles),

Once the transmission sensor

Fuel reserve

countdown distance 2 is shown

has been completely calibrated,

and counted down in steps of

shift assistant Pro will operate as described ( 114).

approx. 4 l

100 km (US model, 100 miles). This reading appears briefly after

If the calibration process was

Refuelling ( 98).

the Pre-Ride-Check completes.

unsuccessful, have the fault

If service is overdue, the

eliminated by a specialist

due date or the odometer

workshop, we recommend a

reading at which service was due

BMW Motorrad Partner.

is accompanied by the 'Gener-

al' warning light showing yellow.

The word "Service" remains permanently visible.
NOTICE
If the service-due indicator appears more than a month before the service date, the date saved in the instrument cluster must be adjusted. This situation can occur if the battery was disconnected for a prolonged period of time. If you want to have the date set consult a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Fuel reserve
The amount of fuel present in the fuel tank when the fuel warning light is switched on is dependent on vehicle dynamics. The more the fuel moves inside the tank (due to regularly changing angles of heel, fre-

quent braking and acceleration), the more difficult it becomes to determine the reserve volume. For this reason, the fuel reserve volume cannot be displayed exactly.
After the fuel warning light has switched on, the range is displayed automatically. The distance that can still be travelled using the reserve volume depends on the style of driving (usage) and the amount of fuel remaining at the time the light came on (see explanation above). The odometer for the fuel reserve is reset when the amount of fuel after refuelling is greater than the reserve volume.

Oil level

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Status indicators

The oil-level indicator 2 gives you

an indication of the engine oil

level. You can call up this read-

ing only when the vehicle is at a

standstill.

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The preconditions for the oil level check are as follows:
Engine at operating temperature. Engine idling for at least ten seconds. Side stand retracted.

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Motorcycle standing upright on a smooth, level surface.

In addition, the ice crystal symbol 2 is shown.

44 The readings mean:
OK: oil level is correct.

WARNING

CHECK: check the oil level the

Risk of black ice also applic-

next time you stop for fuel.

able at over 3 °C

Status indicators

---: oil level cannot be meas-

Risk of accident

ured (conditions as stated above

Always take extra care

not satisfied).

If ambient temperature drops be- when temperatures are

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If the oil level needs to be checked, the symbol 1 is displayed until the oil level is detected as being correct again.

low the threshold a warning appears, drawing your attention to the risk of black ice forming. The display automatically switches from any other mode to temperature reading 1 and the reading

low; remember that there is particular danger of black ice forming on bridges and where the road is in shade.
Tyre pressure

Ambient temperature

flashes when ambient tempera-

with tyre pressure monitoring

When the motorcycle is at a

ture drops below this threshold

standstill, the heat of the engine for the first time.

(RDC) OE

can falsify the ambient-temperature reading. If the effect of the engine's heat becomes excess-

Threshold for ambient temperature

ive, "--" temporarily appears on approx. 3 °C

the display.

RDC sensor is not active For more information about BMW Motorrad RDC go to

3

Page ( 112).

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min 30 km/h (The RDC sensor

does not transmit its signal

Recommendation to

to the vehicle until a certain

upshift

minimum speed has been

reached.)

Status indicators

The tyre-pressure readings in the multifunction display are temperature-com-

If the symbol 1 also shows, this is a warning. The critical tyre pressure flashes.

pensated and are always refer-

enced to the following tyre-air

If the value in question is

temperature:

close to the limit of the permissible tolerance range, the

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20 °C

reading is accompanied by the

The upshift recommendation 1

The front tyre pressure is on the 'General' warning light showing left 2; the reading on the right 3 yellow. If the tyre pressure re-

signals the economically best point in time for upshift.

is the rear tyre pressure. Immediately after the ignition is switched
on "-- --" is displayed.

gistered by the sensor is outside the permissible tolerance range, the 'General' warning light flashes red.

Red rpm range
The red range of the revolution counter changes as a function of

engine temperature.

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Status indicators

Engine cold Red rpm range 1

Engine has not yet

reached its operating

temperature.

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>4000 min-1

Engine at operating temperature Red rpm range 2
Engine has reached its operating temperature.
>8500 min-1

Operation

4

Ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Cruise-control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

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Ignition with Keyless Ride . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Heated handlebar grips . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Emergency off switch (kill switch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Front and rear seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Operation

Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Daytime riding light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Hazard warning lights system . . . . . . . 59 z
Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Multifunction display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Anti-theft alarm (DWA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) . . . . . . . 69

Automatic Stability Control (ASC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

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4 Ignition Keys 48 You receive 2 ignition keys.
Please consult the information on the electronic immobiliser (EWS) if a key is lost or mislaid ( 49). Ignition switch/steering lock, fuel filler cap lock and seat lock are all operated with the same key.
If you wish you can arrange to
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case fitted with locks that can be opened with the ignition key as well. Consult a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Lock the handlebars
Turn the handlebars all the way to left.

Turn the key to position 1, while moving the handlebars slightly. Ignition, lights and all function circuits switched off. Handlebars are locked. Key can be removed.

Switching on ignition
Insert the key in the ignition switch and turn to position 1. Side lights and all function circuits are switched on. with daytime running light OE Daytime riding light is switched on. with LED auxiliary headlights OA LED auxiliary headlights are switched on. Pre-Ride-Check is performed. ( 91) ABS self-diagnosis is in progress. ( 92)

ASC/DTC self-diagnosis is in progress. ( 93)

The battery can be recharged via the socket.

NOTICE

4

Switching off ignition

Key can be removed.
with daytime running light OE The daytime riding light goes out soon after the ignition is switched off.

A spare vehicle key attached to

49

the same ring as the ignition key

used to start the engine could

impair operation of the electron-

ics, in which case the enabling

signal for starting is not issued.

Operation

with LED auxiliary headlights OA The warning with the key sym-

The LED auxiliary headlights go out soon after the ignition is

bol appears in the multifunction display.

switched off.

Always keep the spare key sep- z

arately from the ignition key.

Turn the ignition key to position 1. When the ignition is switched off, the instrument cluster remains switched on for a short time and displays any existing fault messages. Handlebars not locked. Electrically powered accessories remain operational for a limited period of time.

Electronic immobiliser EWS
The electronic design of the motorcycle allows it to access data stored in the ignition key by means of a ring antenna located in the ignition switch/steering lock. The engine control unit will not permit the engine to be started unless the key is identified as "authorised".

If you lose your key, you can have it barred by your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. If you wish to do this, you will need to bring all other keys for the motorcycle with you. The engine cannot be started by a barred key, but a key that has been barred can subsequently be reactivated. You can obtain emergency/extra

keys only through an authorised

4 BMW Motorrad dealer. The keys You receive one radio-operated are part of an integrated security key and one emergency key.

system, so the dealer is under an Please consult the information on 50 obligation to check the legitimacy the electronic immobiliser (EWS)

of all applications for replace-

if a key is lost or mislaid ( 52).

ment/extra keys.

Ignition, fuel filler cap and anti-

Range of the Keyless Ride radio-operated key
with Keyless Ride OE approx. 1 m

Operation

Ignition with Keyless Ride
with Keyless Ride OE

theft alarm system all work with the radio-operated key. Seat lock, topcase and cases can be locked and unlocked manually.

Lock the handlebars Requirement The handlebars are turned towards the left.Radio-operated key

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NOTICE

NOTICE

is within range.

The vehicle cannot be started if the radio control key is not within

The telltale light for the radiooperated key flashes while the search for the radio-operated key is in progress. The telltale light goes out as soon as the radio-operated key or the emergency key is found. The telltale light goes out briefly if the search times out without the radio-operated key or the emergency key being found.

range (e.g. key inside one of the cases or the topcase). If the radio-operated key remains out of range the ignition is switched off after about 1.5 minutes to protect the battery. It is advisable to keep the radiooperated key on your person (e.g. in a jacket pocket) and to have the emergency key with you as an alternative.

Press and hold down button 1. The steering lock engages with an audible click.

Ignition, lights and all function circuits switched off.

with daytime running light OE Switching off ignition Daytime riding light is switched Requirement

4

Short-press button 1 to disengage the steering lock.

on.

Radio-operated key is within

with LED auxiliary headlights OA range.

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Switching on ignition

LED auxiliary headlights are switched on.

Requirement

Pre-Ride-Check is performed.

Radio-operated key is within

( 91)

range.

ABS self-diagnosis is in pro-

Operation

gress. ( 92)

ASC/DTC self-diagnosis is in

progress. ( 93)

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There are two ways of activating the ignition. Version 1: Short-press button 1. Side lights and all function circuits are switched on.

Version 2: Steering lock is engaged; press and hold down button 1. The steering lock disengages. Parking lights and all function circuits switched on. Pre-Ride-Check is performed. ( 91) ABS self-diagnosis is in progress. ( 92) ASC/DTC self-diagnosis is in progress. ( 93)

There are two ways of deactivating the ignition. Version 1: Short-press button 1. Light is switched off. Handlebars (steering lock) are not locked.
Version 2: Turn the handlebars all the way to left.

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Press and hold down button 1. Always keep the spare key sep- Loss of the radio-

Light is switched off.

arately from the radio-operated operated key

52

The steering lock engages.

key.

NOTICE

Electronic immobiliser

If you mislay a radio-operated key

EWS

you can have the key in ques-

Note the information on the elec-

The on-board electronics access tion barred by your authorised the data saved in the radio-op- BMW Motorrad dealer. In order

tronic immobiliser (EWS) if a key is lost or mislaid.

Operation

erated key via a ring aerial. The to have a key barred you must

If you happen to loose the radio-

ignition is not enabled for starting bring along all the other keys be- operated key during the journey,

until the engine control unit has longing to the motorcycle.

you can start the vehicle using

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recognised the radio-operated

The engine cannot be started

key as "authorised" for your mo- by a barred radio-operated key,

the emergency key.

torcycle.

but a radio-operated key that has

been barred can subsequently be

NOTICE

reactivated.

A spare vehicle key attached to the same ring as the radio-operated key used to start the engine could impair operation of the electronics, in which case the enabling signal for starting is not issued. The warning with the key symbol appears in the multifunction display.

You can obtain emergency/extra keys only through an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer. The radio-operated keys are part of an integrated security system, so the dealer is under an obligation to check the legitimacy of all applications for replacement/extra keys.

Insert emergency key 1 into the slot between front seat and rear seat, in such a way that the emergency key is posi-

tioned above aerial 2.

Time during which the engine has to be started. The unlocking procedure has to be repeated if this time is allowed to expire.
30 s
Pre-Ride-Check is performed. Emergency key has been recognised. Engine can be started. Emergency key can be removed. Start engine ( 91).

Battery of the radiooperated key is empty
Removing rear seat ( 79). Lay radio-operated key 1 in position 2.
Time during which the engine has to be started. The unlocking procedure has to be repeated if this time is allowed to expire. 30 s Switch on the ignition. Pre-Ride-Check is performed. Radio-operated key has been recognised.

Engine can be started. Radio-operated key can be re-

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moved.

Start engine ( 91).

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Install the rear seat ( 79).

Operation

Replace the battery of the

radio-operated key

If the radio-operated key does not react when you short-press or long-press a button:

The battery in the radio-operated key is not at full capacity.

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Change the battery.

appears on the display.

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Operation

Press button 2.

Bitted key flips out.

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Push up battery cover 1.

Remove battery 3.

Battery type
For Keyless Ride-radio-operated key CR 2032 Dispose of the old battery in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations; do not attempt to dispose of batteries as domestic waste.

Install battery cover 2. Press button 1 and fold the bitted key closed. The remote control is again ready for use.
Emergency off switch (kill switch)

ATTENTION

Unsuitable or incorrectly inserted batteries Component damage
Use a battery compliant with the manufacturer's specifications. When inserting the battery, always make sure polarity is correct.
Insert new battery 3 with the positive terminal up.

1 Emergency off switch (kill switch)

WARNING

Lights Low-beam headlight and

High-beam headlight and headlight flasher

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Operation of the kill switch while riding Risk of fall due to rear wheel locking
Do not operate the kill switch

sidelights
The side lights switch on automatically when the ignition is switched on.

Switching on ignition ( 48).

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when riding.

NOTICE

Operation

The emergency off switch is a kill switch for switching off the engine quickly and easily.

The side lights place a strain on the battery. Do not switch the ignition on for longer than absolutely necessary.

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A Engine switched off B Normal operating position
(run)

The low-beam headlight switches on automatically when the engine is started.
with daytime running light OE In daytime the daytime riding light can be switched on as an alternative to the low-beam headlight.

Push switch 1 forward to switch on the high-beam headlight. Pull switch 1 back to operate the headlight flasher.
Headlight courtesy delay feature
Switch off the ignition.

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NOTICE

56

The auxiliary headlights have ap-

proval as fog lights and their use

is permissible in bad weather

conditions only. Always comply

with the road traffic regulations in

Operation

force in the country in which the

vehicle is used.

Immediately after having switched off the ignition, pull

Immediately after switching off the ignition, push button 1 to

Start engine ( 91).

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the switch 1 towards the rear

the left and hold it in this po-

and hold it until the delayed

sition until the parking lights

headlight switch-off has

come on.

switched on.

Switch the ignition on and off

The vehicle lights light up for

again to switch off the parking

one minute before they are

lights.

automatically switched off. For instance, use this feature to light up the way to the front

LED auxiliary headlights with LED auxiliary headlights OA

door after having parked the vehicle.
Parking lights Switching off ignition ( 49).

Requirement
Daytime riding light is switched off. Low-beam headlight is active.

Press button 1 to switch on the LED auxiliary headlights.
The indicator light for the auxiliary headlight illuminates.

Press button 1 again to switch more visible to oncoming traffic. off the LED auxiliary headlights. This improves daytime visibility.

4 The symbol appears on the
display.

Daytime riding light
with daytime running light OE
Manual daytime riding light Requirement Automatic daytime riding lights are switched off.
WARNING
Activation of daytime riding light in the dark. Poorer vision and oncoming traffic dazzled.
Do not use the daytime running light when it is dark.
NOTICE
By comparison with the lowbeam headlight, the daytime running light makes the vehicle

Start engine ( 91).

The low-beam headlight, the

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front side lights and the auxili-

ary headlights are switched off.

In the dark or in tunnels: Press

Operation

button 1 again to switch off the

daytime riding light and switch

on the low-beam headlight and

the front side lights. The aux-

iliary headlight is also switched on again.

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Repeatedly short-press but-
ton 2 until the SETUP menu
appears on the display. Press and hold down button 2
to call up the SETUP menu.
Repeatedly short-press but-
ton 2 until Auto. DRL ap-
pears on the display. Press button 3 to switch auto-
matic daytime riding light OFF.
Press button 1 to switch on the daytime riding light.

NOTICE
If you switch on the high-beam headlight on while the daytime running light is on, the daytime riding light is switched off after approx. 2 seconds and the highbeam headlight, low-beam headlight, front side lights and, if applicable, the auxiliary headlights are switched on. If the high beam headlight is switched off again, the daytime

Operation

4 riding light is not automatically reactivated, but must be switched on again if required. 58
Automatic daytime riding light
NOTICE
The changeover between daytime running light and low beam headlight including front
z side lights can be effected
automatically.

WARNING
The automatic riding light control system cannot replace your personal assessment of lighting conditions, particularly in foggy or misty weather. Safety risk
Manually switch on the lowbeam headlight in poor lighting conditions.
Repeatedly short-press but-
ton 1 until the SETUP menu
appears on the display.

Press and hold down button 1
to call up the SETUP menu.
Repeatedly short-press but-
ton 1 until Auto. DRL ap-
pears on the display. Press button 2 to switch auto-
matic daytime riding light ON.
The indicator light for the automatic daytime riding light illuminates.
If the ambient brightness decreases below a certain value, the low beam headlight is automatically switched on (e. B. in a tunnel). When sufficient ambient brightness is detected, the daytime riding light is switched back on. When the daytime riding light is active, the daytime riding light symbol is displayed in the multifunction display.

Manual operation of the Hazard warning lights light when the automatic system

4

system is switched on

Operating hazard warning

59

If you press the button for the daytime riding light, the

flashers

automatic daytime riding light

Switching on ignition ( 48).

Operation

is switched off and the lowbeam headlight and front side

NOTICE

lights are switched on (e. g.

The hazard warning flashers

when you ride into a tunnel,

place a strain on the battery.

Press button 1 to switch on

and the response of the auto- Do not use the hazard warning

the hazard warning flashers.

matic daytime riding light to

flashers for longer than absolutely Ignition can be switched off.

z

the change in ambient bright- necessary.

To switch off the hazard warn-

ness is delayed). The auxiliary

ing flashers, switch on the igni-

headlight switches on again when the daytime riding light is switched off. If you press the button again the automatic daytime riding light is reactivated, in other words the daytime riding light is switched on again when ambient light is bright enough.

NOTICE
If you press a turn-indicator button with the hazard warning flashers switched on, the turnindicator function is activated instead of the hazard warning flashers, and remains active until you release the button. The hazard warning flashers

tion and press button 1 again.
Turn indicators Operating the turn indicators
Switching on ignition ( 48).

recommence flashing as soon as

the button is released.

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Multifunction display Assistance with menu

60

guidance

Operation

Push button 1 to the left to

Repeatedly short-press but-

switch on the left turn indicat-

ton 1 until STYLE appears in

z

ors.

Push button 1 to the right to

bottom display line 2. Press and hold down button 1

switch on the right turn indicat- The meanings of the arrows that to change the Display view.

ors.

appear on the display are as fol-

The meanings of the numbers

Centre button 1 to cancel the lows:

are as follows:

turn indicators.

Arrows 1 and 3: Press and

0: Full view

NOTICE

hold down the corresponding button.

1: Sport view 2: Touring view

The turn indicators are cancelled automatically after the defined

Arrow 2: Short-press the corresponding button.

Area 2 shows which Display view has been selected.

time and distance. The defined time and distance travelled can be set by an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Selecting individual display view
Switching on ignition ( 48).

Select readings in onboard computer
Switching on ignition ( 48).

with Pro onboard computer OE
The following information is additionally displayed by means of the on-board computer Pro:
Automatic trip distance
TRIP A
Current consumption
(CONS.)

Short-press button 1 to select the reading in top display line 2. In the standard equipment the following values can be displayed and selected at the press of a button:
Tripmeter 1 (TRIP 1) Tripmeter 2 (TRIP 2) Range (RANGE) Total distance travelled (ODO) SETUP-menu (SETUP), only
when stationary

Short-press button 1 to select the reading in bottom display line 2. In the standard equipment the following values can be displayed and selected at the press of a button:

4 Ambient temperature (TEMP.)
Engine temperature

(ENG. T.) Range (RANGE)

61

Average consumption 1

(CONS 1)

Average consumption 2

(CONS 2)

Average speed (SPEED)

Operation

with tyre pressure monitoring

(RDC) OE
Tyre pressures (RDC)

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Date (DATE) Oil-level reminder (OIL LVL)

with Pro onboard computer OE
Vehicle circuit voltage
(VOLTG.)
with Pro onboard computer OE
Stopwatch total time
(T. TOT.)
with Pro onboard computer OE
Stop watch driving time
(T. RIDE)

4 Resetting trip distance recorder 62 Switching on ignition ( 48).

Operation

Repeatedly short-press but-

ton 1 until the average value

z

to be reset appears in bottom

display line 2.

Repeatedly short-press button 1 until the trip distance recorder to be reset appears in top display line 2. Press and hold down button 1 until the value shown is reset.

Press and hold down button 1 until the value shown is reset.
Configure the on-board computer Requirement

Resetting the average values

The vehicle is at a standstill. Switching on ignition ( 48).

Switching on ignition ( 48).

Repeatedly short-press button 1 until top display line 2
shows SETUP ENTER.
Press and hold down button 1
to start the SETUP menu.
The following indication in the display depends on the equipment selected.

Short-press button 1 to go to the next menu item in the sequence. The top display line 2 shows the menu item. The bottom display line 3 shows the preset value. Short-press button 4 to change the setting. The following menu items can be selected: with alarm system (DWA) OE
Auto. Alarm: Switch alarm system ON or OFF

with preparation for navigation system OE
GPS Time: Navigation sys-
tem installed: Accept GPS time
and GPS date (ON) or do not accept (OFF)
with Pro riding modes OE
User Mode: User-specific
settings for the riding mode.
Clock: Setting the clock Date: Setting the date Shift Indicator:
Display upshift recommenda-
tion in the display (ON) or not (OFF) Brightn.: Set display brightness, from normal (0) to bright (5) Clock Format: Setting
the format for the time reading
Date Format: Setting the
format for the date reading

with daytime running light OE
Auto. DRL: Switch auto-

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matic daytime riding light (ON) or (OFF)

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with Pro onboard computer OE

BC: Toggle between BC Pro

and BC Basic

RESET!: Reset all settings.

EXIT: Exit SETUP menu

Operation

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To exit the SETUP menu with the EXIT menu item 3 selec-
ted, short-press button 2.
To exit the SETUP menu at
any point, press and hold down button 1.

4 Setting the clock Switching on ignition ( 48).

NOTICE

NOTICE

64

WARNING

If "­­:­­" is displayed instead If you drive off before the setting
of the time, the voltage supply of has been completed, the setting

Adjusting the clock while rid- the instrument cluster has been will be cancelled.

ing Risk of accident

interrupted (e.g. by disconnecting

the battery).

Setting the date

Operation

Set the clock only when the

Press button 1 to increase the

Switching on ignition ( 48).

motorcycle is stationary.

flashing value or button 2 to

In the SETUP menu, select

In the SETUP menu, select

reduce the same.

the menu item DATE.

z

the menu item CLOCK.

Press and hold down button 2 until the minutes in the bottom

display line 3 flash.

Press button 1 to increase the

flashing value or button 2 to

reduce the same.

Press and hold button 2 un-

til the minutes number stops

flashing.

Press and hold down button 2 until the hours in the bottom display line 3 flash.

Setting is complete. You can cancel the procedure at any time by pressing and holding down button 1 until the initial value reappears.

Press and hold down button 2 until the day in the bottom display line 3 starts to flash.

NOTICE

You can cancel the procedure at any time by pressing and

4

If "­­.­­.­­" is displayed
instead of the date, the voltage

holding down button 1 until the initial value reappears.

65

supply of the instrument cluster has been interrupted (e.g. by dis-

NOTICE

connecting the battery).

If you drive off before the setting

Operation

Press button 1 to increase the has been completed, the setting

flashing value or button 2 to

will be cancelled.

reduce the same. Press and hold down button 2

Customising the display

In the SETUP menu,
press button 1 to select the

until the month in the bottom

with Pro onboard computer OE

BC menu item 2.

z

display line 3 starts to flash. Press button 1 to increase the

Switching on ignition ( 48).

flashing value or button 2 to

reduce the same.

Press and hold down button 2

until the year in the bottom

display line 3 starts to flash.

Press button 1 to increase the

flashing value or button 2 to

reduce the same. Press and hold down button 2 until the year stops flashing. Setting is complete.

Short-press button 1 to
change to BC Pro 2
(individualisation menu).

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In the customisation menu, it is possible to set which informa-

TOP: The value is displayed in
the top display line.

TEMP.: Ambient temperature (BOTTOM)

66

tion is to be displayed in which display line.

BOTTOM: The value is dis-
played in the bottom display

ENG.T.: Engine temperature (BOTTOM)

line.

RANGE: Range (TOP)

BOTH: The value is displayed CONS. 1: Average consump-

in both display lines.

tion 1 (BOTTOM)

Operation

OFF: The value is not dis-

CONS. 2: Average consump-

played.

tion 2 (BOTTOM)

Short-press button 1 to

CONS.: Current consumption

change the setting.

(TOP)

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The following menu items can be selected, the works setting is

SPEED: Average speed (BOTTOM)

shown in brackets. Some menu

RDC: Tyre pressures (BOT-

Press and hold down button 1 items will only be selected if the

TOM)

to display the first menu item. relevant special equipment (OE)

VOLTG.: Vehicle circuit

ODO appears on the display. is actually present.

voltage (BOTTOM)

Short-press button 2 to go to

ODO: Total mileage counter

T. TOT.: Stopwatch total

the next menu item in the se-

(TOP, the setting OFF is not

time (BOTTOM)

quence.

possible)

T. RIDE: Stopwatch driving

The top display line 3 shows

TRIP 1: Tripmeter 1 (TOP)

time (BOTTOM)

the menu item.

TRIP 2: Tripmeter 2 (TOP) DATE: Date (BOTTOM)

The bottom display line 4

TRIP A: Automatic tripmeter SRV. 1: Date of the next

shows the preset value. The

(TOP)

service (OFF)

following values can be set.

SRV. 2: Countdown distance Anti-theft alarm (DWA)

to next service (OFF) OIL LVL: Oil level note

with alarm system (DWA) OE

Duration of the alarm

4

(BOTTOM)

Alarm signal

67 26 s (While an alarm is in

EXIT: Exit individualisation
menu.

A DWA alarm can be triggered by:
motion sensor an attempt to use an unauthorised vehicle key to switch on

progress an alarm tone sounds and the turn indicators flash. The type of alarm tone can be set by an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.)

Operation

To exit the individualisation
menu with the EXIT menu

the ignition

disconnection of the DWA anti- If an alarm was triggered while

theft alarm from the motorcycle's battery (DWA internal

the motorcycle was unattended, the rider is notified accordingly

z

battery in the anti-theft alarm by an alarm tone sounding once

provides power - alarm tone

when the ignition is switched on.

only, the turn indicators do not The DWA LED then indicates

flash)

the reason for the alarm for one

minute.

item 3 selected, short-press button 2. To exit the individualisation

All functions are sustained even if the internal battery of the DWA Light signals issued by the anti-theft alarm system is flat; the DWA LED:

menu at any point, press and only difference is that an alarm

Flashes 1x: Motion sensor 1

hold down button 1.

cannot be triggered if the system Flashes 2x: Motion sensor 2

All settings made until then will is disconnected from the motor-

Flashes 3x: Ignition switched

be saved.

cycle's battery.

on with unauthorised vehicle

key

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Flashes 4x: Disconnection of the DWA anti-theft alarm from

the motorcycle's battery 68 Flashes 5x: Motion sensor 3

DWA adjusting Switching on ignition ( 48).

Operation

z

Repeatedly short-press button 1 until top display line 2
shows ENTER.
Press and hold down button 1
to start the SETUP menu.

Repeatedly short-press but-
ton 1 to select the Auto. Alarm menu item.
In the top display line 2,
Auto. Alarm is displayed.
The bottom display line 3 shows the preset ON/OFF value. Short-press button 4 to change the setting. The following settings are available:
ON: The DWA anti-theft alarm
is active and will be armed automatically when the ignition is switched off.

OFF: The DWA anti-theft
alarm is deactivated. DWA Activating
Switching on ignition ( 48). DWA adjusting ( 68). Switch off the ignition. DWA If the alarm system (DWA) is activated, then the alarm system will be armed automatically when the ignition is switched off. Activation takes approximately 30 seconds to complete. with Keyless Ride OE
Short-press button 1.

Turn indicators flash twice. Confirmation tone sounds twice (if programmed). Anti-theft alarm (DWA) is active.
DWA Deactivating Switch on the ignition. with Keyless Ride OE

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ABS Switching off
NOTICE
See the section entitled "Engineering details" for more information on brake systems with BMW Motorrad Integral ABS.
Switching on ignition ( 48).

NOTICE

4

You have the option of deactiv-

69

ating the ABS function while the

motorcycle is on the move.

Operation

Initially, the ASC/DTC symbol

changes status. Press and hold

the 1 button until the ABS-

indicator and warning light

reacts. Under these circum-

stances, there is no change in

the ASC/DTC setting.

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lights up.

Short-press button 1. Turn indicators flash once. Confirmation tone sounds once (if programmed). Anti-theft alarm (DWA) is deactivated.

Press and hold the 1 button until the ABS indicator and warning light display changes.

Release button 1 within two seconds.
remains lit.
The ABS is deactivated, but the integral function remains active.

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70

Operation

Press and hold the 1 button

z

until the ABS indicator and

warning light display changes.

NOTICE

You have the option of activating the ABS function while the motorcycle is on the move.
goes out. If self-diagnosis has not completed, the indicator and warning light starts flashing. Release button 1 within two seconds.

remains off or continues to flash.
Anti-theft alarm (ABS) is switched on. You also have the option of switching the ignition off and then on again.
ABS fault
An ABS fault has occurred if the ABS telltale and warning light shows when the motorcycle accelerates to a speed in excess of the minimum stated below after the ignition was switched off and then on again. (Minimum speed: 5 km/h)

Automatic Stability Control (ASC) Switching off ASC/DTC
NOTICE See the section entitled "Engineering details" for more information on ASC and DTC.
Switching on ignition ( 48).
Press and hold the 1 button until the ASC/DTC indicator and warning light display behaviour changes.

NOTICE

Switching on ASC/DTC

You have the option of deactivating the ASC/DTC function while the motorcycle is on the move.
lights up.

4 remains off or continues to
flash.

ASC/DTC is switched on.

71

You also have the option of

switching the ignition off and

then on again.

Operation

Release button 1 within two seconds.
remains lit.
ASC/DTC is switched off.

ASC/DTC fault

Press and hold the 1 button

If the ASC/DTC indicator and

until the ASC/DTC indicator

warning light continues to

z

and warning light display beha- show after switching the ig-

viour changes.

nition off and back on, and

accelerating the motorcycle to

NOTICE

a speed above the minimum,

You have the option of activating the ASC/DTC function while the

an ASC/DTC fault exists. (Minimum speed: 5 km/h)

motorcycle is on the move.

Electronic Suspension

goes out. If self-diagnosis has not completed the indicator and warning light starts

Adjustment (ESA)
With Dynamic ESA OE

flashing.

Release button 1 within two

seconds.

4 Dynamic ESA range of adjustment

Adjusting the chassis and suspension

72 Dynamic ESA enables you to adjust your motorcycle's suspension to suit the load and the road conditions.

Switching on ignition ( 48).

Dynamic ESA uses a ride height

Operation

sensor to detect movements

in the chassis and suspension

and responds by adjusting the

To adjust damping:

damper valves. The chassis and

Repeatedly press button 1 until

z suspension will thus be adapted

the setting you want to use

to the characteristics of the ter- In the multifunction display the

appears on the display.

rain. You can set the damping to a

spring preload is shown in area 1 and the damping in area 2.

NOTICE

harder (DYNAMIC) setting than

You can adjust the damping

the basic setting (ROAD).

characteristic while the motor-

Dynamic ESA calibrates itself at

cycle is on the move.

regular intervals when station-

ary with the engine running to

The following settings are avail-

ensure the correct operating

able:

principle of the system. Dur-

ROAD: Comfortable damping

ing this calibration, chassis and

characteristic

suspension adjustment is not

DYNAMIC: Sporty damping

possible.

characteristic

To adjust spring preload: Start engine ( 91). Press and hold down button 1 until the setting you want to use appears on the display.
NOTICE
You cannot adjust spring preload while the motorcycle is on the move.
The following settings are available:
One-up

display are automatically accepted if you allow a certain length of time to pass without pressing button 1. The ESA indicator flashes while adjustment is in progress. If the temperature is low, take the weight off the motorcycle before increasing spring preload; if applicable, have your passenger dismount.
Riding mode
Using the riding modes

One-up with luggage
Two-up (with luggage)
Wait for the mechanism to complete all adjustments before you ride off. The settings for damping and spring preload shown on the

NOTICE
See the section entitled "Engineering details" for more information on the various ride modes that can be selected.
BMW Motorrad has developed 3 operational scenarios for your motorcycle from which you can select the scenario suitable for your situation:

Riding on a rain-wet road surface.

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Riding on a dry road surface. 73

with Pro riding modes OE

Sporty riding on a dry road sur-

face.

Operation

The interplay of engine torque, throttle response ASC/DTC control is optimised for each of these 3 scenarios.
z Setting riding mode
Switching on ignition ( 48).

Press button 1.

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USER: User-specific settings
for the riding mode.

74

Select the riding mode.

With the motorcycle at a stand-

still, the selected mode is ac-

tivated after approximately two

Operation

seconds.

The newly selected riding

The current setting is shown at

Repeatedly press button 1 until mode is activated as you ride

position 2. Each time the button the riding mode you want ap-

only if the throttle twistgrip is

z is pressed one of the possible
riding modes appears at posi-

pears on the display. The following ride modes can be

returned to the idle position and the brakes are not applied.

tion 1.

selected:

The riding mode selected

RAIN: For riding on a rain-wet in this way is retained, with

road surface.

the engine-characteristic and

ROAD: For riding on a dry road ASC/DTC adaptation settings,

surface.

even after the ignition has been

switched off.

with Pro riding modes OE
The following riding modes are additionally available for selection:

Individualising riding mode
with Pro riding modes OE

DYNAMIC: For dynamic riding
on a dry road surface.

Select the USER riding mode.

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Operation

Repeatedly press button 1 briefly until the top display line
shows 2 SETUP ENTER.
Press and hold down button 1
to start the SETUP menu.

Repeatedly short-press button 1 until area 2 of the display
shows User Mode ENTER.
Press and hold down button 3
to exit the User mode.

Press button 1 briefly in order to go to the next menu item.
Top display line 2 enables you z
to choose between the following menu items:
ENGINE DTC
Repeatedly short-press button 4 until the value you want appears in bottom display line 3. Repeatedly short-press but-
ton 1 until User EXIT ap-
pears on the display. Press and hold down button 4
to exit the User menu.

4 Cruise-control system with cruise control OE 76 Switching on cruise
control

Saving road speed

Accelerating

Operation

Briefly push button 1 forward.

Briefly push button 1 forward.

z

Adjustment range for cruise control

The speed is increased by (2 km/h) each time the button is pushed.

Slide switch 1 to the right. Button 2 is enabled for operation.

20...210 km/h
Telltale light for cruise control lights up.

Push button 1 forward and hold it in this position. The motorcycle accelerates steplessly.

The motorcycle maintains your current cruising speed and the setting is saved.

The current speed is maintained and saved if button 1 is not pushed again.

Decelerating

Deactivating cruise control

4 Resuming former cruising
speed

Brake, pull the clutch lever

77

or turn the throttle twistgrip

(close the throttle by turning

the twistgrip back past the

idle position) to deactivate the

cruise-control system.

Operation

NOTICE

Briefly push button 1 back.

Whenever the Pro shift assist-

The speed is reduced by

ant shifts gears, cruise control

Briefly push button 1 back to z

2 km/h each time you push the is automatically disengaged for

return to the speed saved be-

button.

safety reasons.

forehand.

Push button 1 back and hold it

in this position.

NOTICE

NOTICE

The motorcycle decelerates steplessly. The current speed is maintained and saved if button 1 is not pushed again.

For safety reasons, cruise control is deactivated automatically when the ASC and DTC systems intervene.
Telltale light for cruise control goes out.

Opening the throttle does not deactivate the cruise-control system. If you release the twistgrip the motorcycle will decelerate only to the cruising speed saved in memory, even though you might have intended slowing to

a lower speed.

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Telltale light for cruise con- Operating the heated

trol lights up.

handlebar grips

78 Switching off cruise control

NOTICE
The heating in the heated handlebar grips can be activated only when the engine is running.

Operation

NOTICE

Repeatedly press button 1 until desired heating stage 2 ap-

z

The increase in power consump- pears on the display.

tion caused by having the heated The handlebar grips have two-

handlebar grips switched on can stage heating.

Slide switch 1 to the left. The system is deactivated. Button 2 is disabled.
Heated handlebar grips
with heated handlebar grips OE

drain the battery if you are riding at low engine speeds. If the charge level is low, the heated handlebar grips are switched off to ensure the battery's starting capability.
Start engine ( 91).

First heating stage 50 % heating power
Second heating stage 100 % heating power
The second heating stage is for heating the grips quickly:

subsequently one should

switch back to the first stage.

The selected heating stage will

be saved if you allow a certain

length of time to pass without making further changes.

with the vehicle key and hold it Removing front seat

in this position.

Removing rear seat ( 79).

4

To switch off the heated handlebar grips, press button 1

Lift the rear seat at the front and release the key.

Front seat is unlocked. Work the front seat to the

79

until heated handlebar grip

Remove rear seat 2 and place

rear to remove and place it,

symbol 2 disappears.

it, upholstered side down, on a upholstered side down, on a

Front and rear seats

clean surface.

clean surface.

Removing rear seat

Install the rear seat

Installing front seat

Operation

Make sure the ground is level

Removing rear seat ( 79).

and firm and place the motor-

cycle on its stand.

z

Press down on the front part of rear seat 2 and at the same time turn seat lock 1 to the left

Begin by slipping rear seat 1 into the mounts at the back. Firmly press down on front seat 1 at the front. The rear seat engages with an audible click.

Push the front seat all the way into front mounts 1 and then lower it into position at the back.

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80
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Operation

Adjustment

5

Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

81

Windscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Adjustment

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 z

5 Mirrors Adjusting mirrors 82

Adjusting mirror arm

Adjustment

Turn the mirror arm to the ap-

WARNING

z

Turn the mirror head to the

propriate position.

desired position.

Windscreen

Adjusting the windscreen while riding. Risk of falling

Adjusting windscreen Requirement The motorcycle is at a standstill.

Do not attempt to adjust the windscreen unless the motorcycle is at a standstill.
Move the windscreen up or

down.

The windscreen is held at the

top or bottom limit position by

spring force.

Repositioning windscreen The windscreen can be secured to the vehicle at either of two different positions.
To reposition windscreen 1, remove all screws 2 and remove the windscreen.

5 Headlight
Headlight beam throw and

spring preload

83

Adjustment

Headlight beam throw is gener-

ally kept constant when spring

preload is adjusted to suit load.

Spring preload adjustment might

not suffice only if the motorcycle

Position the windscreen at the appropriate hole 3, noting bushing 4 (inserted from below) and rubber grommet 5. Install all four screws 6.

is very heavily loaded. Under these circumstances, headlight beam throw has to be adjusted to suit the weight carried by the motorcycle.

z

Windscreen to holder

NOTICE

2.5 Nm

If there are doubts about the correct headlight beam throw, have the setting checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

5 Clutch Adjusting the clutch lever

NOTICE

84

The adjuster is easier to turn

WARNING

if you push the clutch lever

forward.

Adjusting the clutch lever while riding Risk of accident
Do not attempt to adjust the clutch lever unless the motorcycle is at a standstill.

Four settings are possible: Position 1: smallest span between handlebar grip and clutch lever Position 4: largest span between handlebar grip and

Adjustment

clutch lever
z

Brakes

Adjusting the front brake lever

WARNING

Turn knob 1 to the desired position.

Adjusting the brake lever while riding Risk of accident
Do not attempt to adjust the brake lever unless the motorcycle is at a standstill.

Turn knob 1 to the desired position.
NOTICE
The adjuster is easier to turn if you push the brake lever forward.
Four settings are possible: Position 1: smallest span between handlebar grip and brake lever Position 4: largest span between handlebar grip and brake lever

Spring preload
without Dynamic ESA OE

Adjustment
It is essential to set spring preload of the rear suspension to suit the load carried by the motorcycle. Increase spring preload when the vehicle is heavily loaded and reduce spring preload accordingly when the vehicle is lightly loaded.
Adjusting spring preload for rear wheel
Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand.

WARNING
Spring preload setting and spring-strut damping setting not matched. Impaired handling.
Adjust spring-strut damping to suit spring preload.
WARNING

Adjusting spring preload while riding. Risk of accident

5 Do not attempt to adjust spring
preload unless the motorcycle is at a standstill.
85 If you want to reduce spring preload, turn knob 1 in the direction indicated by the LOW arrow. If you want to increase spring preload, turn knob 1 in the direction indicated by the HIGH arrow.

Adjustment

Basic setting of spring preload, rear

z

Turn the adjuster knob as far as it will go in the LOW direction. (One-up without luggage)
Turn the adjuster knob as far as it will go in the LOW direction, then turn it 15 turns in the HIGH direction. (One-up with luggage)
Turn the knob as far as it will go in the HIGH direction. (Two-up with luggage)

5 Damping Without Dynamic ESA OE

86 Adjustment

Damping must be adapted to suit

the surface on which the motor-

cycle is ridden and to suit spring

Adjustment

preload.

An uneven surface requires

softer damping than a smooth

surface.

An increase in spring preload

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requires firmer damping, a re-

duction in spring preload re-

quires softer damping.

Adjusting the damping characteristic for rear wheel
Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand. Set the damping from the lefthand vehicle side.

Turn knob 1 clockwise to increase damping. Turn knob 1 counter-clockwise to reduce damping.
Basic setting of rearsuspension damping characteristic
Turn the knob clockwise as far as it will go, then back it off 6 clicks in the counter-clockwise direction. (One-up riding without luggage)

Basic setting of rearsuspension damping characteristic
Turn the knob clockwise as far as it will go, then back it off 4 clicks in the counter-clockwise direction. (One-up with luggage)
Turn the knob clockwise as far as it will go. (Two-up with luggage)

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Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

87

Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

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Shifting gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

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Parking your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

Securing motorcycle for transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

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6 Safety instructions Rider's equipment 88 Do not ride without the correct
clothing! Always wear: Helmet Motorcycling jacket and trousers Gloves Boots
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This applies even to short journeys, and to every season of the year. Your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer will be glad to advise you on the correct clothing for every purpose.
Loading
WARNING
Handling adversely affected by overloading and imbalanced loads Risk of falling

Do not exceed the permissible gross weight and be sure to comply with the instructions on loading.
Adjust spring preload setting and damping to the total weight. Ensure that the case volumes on the left and right are equal. Make sure that the weight is uniformly distributed between right and left. Pack heavy items at the bottom and toward the inboard side. Note the maximum permissible payload and the speed limit for riding with cases fitted, as stated on the label inside the case (see also the section entitled "Accessories"). with topcase OA
Note the maximum permissible payload and the speed limit for riding with topcase fitted, as stated on the label inside

the case (see also the section entitled "Accessories").
with tank rucksack, small OA Note the maximum permissible payload and the speed limit for riding with the small tank rucksack fitted.
Payload of the tank rucksack, small
max 5 kg
Speed limit for riding with tank rucksack, small, fitted to the vehicle
max 180 km/h
Speed If you ride at high speed, always bear in mind that various boundary conditions can adversely affect the handling of your motorcycle:

Spring-strut and shock-absorber system not set up correctly Imbalanced load Loose clothing Insufficient tyre pressure

Risk of poisoning Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, which is colourless and odourless but highly toxic.
WARNING

6 Catalytic converter
If misfiring causes unburned fuel

to enter the catalytic converter,

89

there is a danger of overheating

and damage.

The following guidelines must be

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Poor tyre tread Etc. Top speed
DANGER Maximum speed of the mo-

Exhaust gases adversely af- observed:

fecting health

Do not run the fuel tank dry.

Risk of asphyxiation

Do not attempt to start or run

Do not inhale exhaust fumes. Do not run the engine in an

the engine with a spark-plug cap disconnected.

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enclosed space.

Immediately stop the engine in

case of misfires.

torcycle is higher than the permissible maximum rated

Risk of burn injury

Use only unleaded fuel. Comply with all specified main-

speed of the tyres

CAUTION

tenance intervals.

Risk of accident due to tyre damage at high speed
Comply with the tyre-specific speed restrictions.
Affix a label stating the maximum permissible speed in the rider's field of vision.

Engine and exhaust system become very hot when the vehicle is in use Risk of burn injury
When you park the vehicle make sure that no-one and no objects can come into contact with the hot engine and exhaust system.

ATTENTION
Unburned fuel in catalytic converter Damage to catalytic converter
Note the points listed for protection of the catalytic converter.

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Do not tamper with the vehicle Every 3rd refuelling stop

in any way that could result in

Without Dynamic ESA OE

ATTENTION 90

tuned performance.

Adjusting spring preload for

Engine running for prolonged Checklist

rear wheel ( 85).

period with vehicle at stand-

still

Comply with checklist

Adjusting the damping characteristic for rear wheel ( 86).

Overheating due to insufficient

At regular intervals, use the

Riding

cooling; in extreme cases vehicle checklist below to check your

With Dynamic ESA OE

fire

motorcycle.

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Do not allow the engine to idle

unnecessarily.

Always before riding off

Adjusting the chassis and suspension ( 72).

Ride away immediately after starting the engine.

Check operation of the brake system.

Checking engine oil level ( 120).

Check operation of the lights

Checking front brake pad thick-

Tampering

and signalling equipment.

ness ( 122).

Checking clutch function

Check rear brake pad thickness

ATTENTION

( 126).

( 123).

Tampering with the motorcycle (e.g. engine management ECU, throttle valves, clutch) Damage to the affected parts, failure of safety-relevant func-

Checking tyre tread depth ( 128). Checking tyre pressure ( 127). Check that cases and luggage are securely held in place.

Checking brake-fluid level, front brakes ( 124). Checking the brake-fluid level, rear brakes ( 125). Check coolant level ( 126).

tions, voiding of warranty

Starting

Start engine
Switch on the ignition. Pre-Ride-Check is performed. ( 91) ABS self-diagnosis is in progress. ( 92) ASC/DTC self-diagnosis is in progress. ( 93) Select neutral or, if a gear is engaged, pull the clutch lever.

Press starter button 1. NOTICE

NOTICE
You cannot start the motorcycle with the side stand extended and a gear engaged. The engine will switch itself off if you start it with the gearbox in neutral and then engage a gear before retracting the side stand.
For a cold engine start and low temperatures: pull clutch.

The start attempt is automatically interrupted if battery voltage is too low. Recharge the battery before you start the engine, or use jump leads and a donor battery to start. See the subsection on jump starting in "Maintenance" for more details.
The engine starts. If the engine refuses to start, consult the troubleshooting

chart in the section entitled "Technical data". ( 172)

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Pre-Ride-Check

91

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When the ignition is switched on, the instrument cluster runs a test of the instrument dials and the indicator and warning lights known as the "Pre-Ride-Check". The test is aborted if you start
the engine before it completes. z

Phase 1
The speedometer needle swings to the limit value on its scale. At the same time, all the indicator and warning lights are switched on in succession. The "General" warning light shows red.

Phase 2
The speedometer needle swings to the start position on its scale. At the same time, all the indicator and warning lights switched on in the initial phase are switched off in reverse sequence. The 'Gen-

6 eral' warning light changes from red to yellow.

ABS self-diagnosis BMW Motorrad Integral ABS per-

Check all the indicator and warning lights.

92 The malfunction indicator lamp only goes out after 15 seconds.

forms self-diagnosis to ensure its operability. Self-diagnosis is performed automatically when you

ABS self-diagnosis not completed

If the needle of the speedometer switch on the ignition.

The ABS function is not avail-

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did not move or if an indicator or Phase 1 warning light was not switched

able, because self-diagnosis did not complete. (The motor-

on:

Test of the diagnosable system cycle has to reach a defined

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WARNING

components with the vehicle at minimum speed for the wheel

a standstill.

speed sensors to be checked:

Faulty warning lights No indication of malfunctions
Check all the telltale and warning lights.
Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably

flashes.
Phase 2 Test of the wheel-speed sensors as the vehicle pulls away from rest. flashes.

5 km/h)
If an indicator showing an ABS fault appears when ABS self-diagnosis completes:
You can continue to ride. Bear in mind that neither the ABS function nor the integral braking function is available.

an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

ABS self-diagnosis completed
The ABS telltale and warning light goes out.

Have the fault rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

ASC/DTC selfdiagnosis The BMW Motorrad ASC/DTC

Check all the indicator and warning lights.

Running in Engine

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performs self-diagnosis to ensure its operability. Self-diagnosis is performed automatically when you switch on the ignition.
Phase 1 Test of the diagnosable system components with the vehicle at a standstill. slow-flashes.

ASC/DTC self-diagnosis not completed
The ASC/DTC function is not available, because self-diagnosis did not complete. (The motorcycle has to reach a defined minimum speed for the wheel speed sensors to be checked: 5 km/h)

Until the running-in check,

93

vary the throttle opening and

engine-speed range frequently;

avoid riding at constant engine

rpm for prolonged periods.

Riding

Try to do most of your rid-

ing during this initial period on

twisting, fairly hilly roads.

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Comply with the rpm limits for

running in.

If an indicator showing an ASC/

Phase 2

DTC fault appears when ASC/ DTC self-diagnosis completes:

Running-in speeds

Test of the diagnosis-compatible system components while the motorcycle is on the move.

You can continue to ride. Bear in mind that the ASC/DTC function is not available.

<5000 min-1 (Odometer reading 0...1000 km)

slow-flashes.

Have the fault rectified as

No full throttle (Odometer

quickly as possible by a

reading 0...1000 km)

ASC/DTC self-diagnosis completed
The ASC/DTC indicator and

specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Note the mileage after which the running-in check should be carried out.

warning light goes out.

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Mileage until the running-in check

94 500...1200 km

Brake pads New brake pads have to bed

Tyres
New tyres have a smooth surface. This must be roughened by riding in a restrained manner at various heel angles until the tyres are run in. This running in procedure is essential if the tyres are

Shift assistant Pro
NOTICE
See the section entitled "Engineering details" for more information on the Pro shift assistant.

Riding

down before they can achieve

to achieve maximum grip.

NOTICE

their optimum friction levels. You

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can compensate for this initial re-

WARNING

Whenever the Pro shift assist-

duction in braking efficiency by New tyres losing grip on wet ant shifts gears, cruise control

exerting greater pressure on the roads and at extreme bank

is automatically disengaged for

levers.

angles

safety reasons.

WARNING

Risk of accident Ride carefully and avoid ex-

New brake pads

tremely sharp inclines.

Longer stopping distance, risk of

accident

Shifting gear

Apply the brakes in good time.

with Pro shift assistant OE

You select the gear in the usual way by means of the foot-operated shift lever.

Sensor 1 on the selector shaft registers the shift request and

before another gear change

ing situations that are trained so

with the Pro shift assistant can frequently, braking force is ap-

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triggers shift assistance. When riding at a steady speed in a low gear at high engine

take place.
Brakes

plied as rapidly as possible and with the rider's full force applied 95 to the brake levers; under these

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rpm, an attempt to shift gear How can stopping

circumstances the dynamic shift

without pulling the clutch can cause a severe load-change

distance be minimised?

in load distribution cannot keep pace with the increase in de-

reaction. BMW Motorrad re-

Each time the brakes are applied, celeration and the tyres cannot

commends disengaging the

a load distribution shift takes

transmit the full braking force to

clutch for shifts in these cir-

place with the load shifting for- the surface of the road.

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cumstances. It is advisable to ward from the rear to the front

BMW Motorrad Integral ABS pre-

avoid using the Pro shift assist- wheel. The sharper the vehicle vents the front wheel from lock-

ant at engine speeds close to decelerates, the more load is

ing up.

the limits at which the governor shifted to the front wheel. The

cuts in to limit engine rpm.

higher the wheel load, the more Hazard braking

Shift assistance is not available braking force can be transmitted

with ABS Pro OE

in the following situations:

without the wheel locking.

With clutch lever pulled. Shift lever not in its initial position. Upshifts with a closed throttle valve (coasting overrun) and when braking. After a gear change, the shift lever has to be fully released

To optimise stopping distance, apply the front brakes rapidly and keep on increasing the force you apply to the brake lever. This makes the best possible use of the dynamic increase in load at the front wheel. Remember to pull the clutch at the same time. In the extreme sudden-stop brak-

If you brake sharply from a speed in excess of 50 km/h, the brake light flashes rapidly as an additional warning for road users behind you. The hazard warning lights system switches on if you brake to below 15 km/h in this process. The hazard warning lights system

6 automatically switches off from a speed of 20 km/h.
96 Descending mountain passes

Riding in the rain or through puddles of water. After the vehicle has been washed. Riding on salted or gritted

ABS Pro with ABS Pro OE
Physical limits applicable to motorcycling

WARNING

roads. After work has been carried on

WARNING

Riding

Braking only with the rear

brake on mountain descents

z

Brake fade, destruction of the brakes due to overheating

the brakes, due to traces of oil or grease. Riding on dirty surfaces.

Braking when cornering Risk of crash despite ABS Pro
Invariably, it remains the rider's responsibility to adapt riding

Use both front and rear brakes,

WARNING

style to riding conditions.

and make use of the engine's braking effect as well.
Wet and dirty brakes Wetness and dirt on the brake discs and the brake pads diminish braking efficiency. Delayed braking action or poor braking efficiency must be reckoned with in the following situations:

Wetness and dirt result in diminished braking efficiency Risk of accident
Apply the brakes lightly while riding to remove wetness and dirt, or dismount and clean the brakes. Think ahead and brake in good time until full braking efficiency is restored.

Do not take risks that would negate the additional safety offered by this system.
ABS Pro is available in all riding modes.
Possibility of a fall not precluded Although ABS Pro provides the rider with valuable assistance and constitutes a huge advance in

safety for braking with the mo-

torcycle banked for cornering, it

cannot under any circumstances ations approaching the limits of be considered as redefining the performance.

Do not sit or lean on the vehicle while it is propped on

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physical limits that apply to motorcycling. It is still possible for these limits to be overshot due to misjudgement or rider error. In extreme cases this can result in a crash.

Parking your motorcycle
Side stand Switch off the engine.

the side stand. 97
Extend the side stand and prop the motorcycle on the stand. Turn the handlebars all the way to left. On a gradient, the motorcycle

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Use on public roads

ATTENTION

should always face uphill; se-

ABS Pro helps make the mo-

Poor ground underneath the

lect 1st gear.

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torcycle even safer for riding on stand

Centre stand

public roads. When the brakes are applied because of an un-

Risk of damage to parts if vehicle topples

with centre stand OE

foreseen hazard when the mo-

Always check that the ground

Switch off the engine.

torcycle is banked for cornering, within the physical limits that ap-

under the stand is level and firm.

ATTENTION

ply to motorcycling the system

prevents the wheels from locking and skidding away.

ATTENTION

Poor ground underneath the stand

NOTICE
ABS Pro was not developed to enhance individual braking

Additional weight placing strain on the side stand Risk of damage to parts if vehicle topples

Risk of damage to parts if vehicle topples
Always check that the ground under the stand is level and firm.

performance with the motor-

cycle banked into corners in situ-

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ATTENTION

ATTENTION

Risk of fire and explosion Do not smoke. Never bring

98 Centre stand folds in due to Engine operation with leaded

sharp movements

fuel

a naked flame near the fuel tank.

Risk of damage to parts if vehicle Damage to catalytic converter

topples

Do not attempt to run the

WARNING

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Do not lean or sit on the vehicle with the centre stand extended.

vehicle on leaded fuel or fuel with metallic additives (e.g. manganese or iron).

Escape of fuel due to heatinduced expansion if fuel tank is overfilled

z

Extend the centre stand and lift You can run the engine on fuel Risk of falling

the motorcycle onto the stand. with a maximum ethanol con-

Do not overfill the fuel tank.

On a gradient, the motorcycle

tent of 10%, i.e. E10.

should always face uphill; select 1st gear.

Recommended fuel grade

ATTENTION Wetting of plastic surfaces

Refuelling Fuel grade
Requirement For optimum fuel consumption,

Super unleaded (max. 10% ethanol, E10) 95 ROZ/RON 89 AKI

by fuel Damage to the surfaces (surfaces become unsightly or dull)
Clean plastic surfaces immediately after contact with fuel.

fuel should be sulphur-free or with the lowest sulphur content possible.

Refuelling WARNING

Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its side stand.

Fuel is highly flammable

Open the protective cap 2. Use ignition key 1 to unlock fuel filler cap by turning it clockwise, and flip the cap open.

tank past the bottom edge of the filler neck.

Fuel reserve

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NOTICE

approx. 4 l

99

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When refuelling after running on

Press the fuel tank cap down

reserve, make sure that you top

firmly to close.

up the tank to a level above re-

Remove the ignition key and

serve, as otherwise the new level close the protective cap.

will not be registered and the fuel

warning light indicating that the level is down to reserve will not

Refuelling with Keyless Ride OE

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be switched off.

Requirement

NOTICE

The steering lock is disengaged.

The "usable fuel capacity" specified in the technical data is the quantity that the fuel tank could hold if refilled after it had been run dry and the engine had cut out due to a lack of fuel.
Fuel level

WARNING
Fuel is highly flammable Risk of fire and explosion
Do not smoke. Never bring a naked flame near the fuel tank.

Refuel with fuel of the grade stated above; do not fill the

approx. 18 l

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WARNING

100 Escape of fuel due to heatinduced expansion if fuel tank is overfilled Risk of falling Do not overfill the fuel tank.

switched off, without the radiooperated key being within range.
Waiting time for opening fuel filler cap
2 min

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ATTENTION

There are two variant ways of opening the fuel filler cap:

z Wetting of plastic surfaces

Within the after-running period.

by fuel

After the after-running period

Damage to the surfaces (surfaces has expired.

become unsightly or dull) Clean plastic surfaces immediately after contact with fuel.

Version 1 with Keyless Ride OE

Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its side stand. Switching off ignition ( 49).

Requirement Within the waiting time:

NOTICE

The fuel filler cap can be opened within the defined waiting time after the ignition has been

Pull up tab 1 of the fuel filler cap slowly. Fuel filler cap unlocks. Fully open the fuel filler cap.
Version 2 with Keyless Ride OE
Requirement After the waiting time has expired:
Bring the radio-operated key into range. Slowly pull tab 1 up. The telltale light for the radiooperated key flashes while the

search for the radio-operated key is in progress. Again slowly pull up tab 1 of the fuel filler cap. Fuel filler cap unlocks. Fully open the fuel filler cap.
Refuel with fuel of the grade stated above; do not fill the tank past the bottom edge of the filler neck.

will not be registered and the fuel warning light indicating that the

6 The fuel filler cap locks auto-
matically when the waiting time

level is down to reserve will not

expires.

be switched off.

The engaged fuel filler cap

101

locks immediately when you

NOTICE

secure the steering lock or

The "usable fuel capacity" spe-

switch on the ignition.

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cified in the technical data is the Securing motorcycle

quantity that the fuel tank could hold if refilled after it had been

for transportation

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run dry and the engine had cut

Make sure that all components

out due to a lack of fuel.

that might come into contact

with straps used to secure the

Fuel level

motorcycle are adequately pro-

tected against scratching. Use

approx. 18 l

adhesive tape or soft cloths, for example, for this purpose.

Fuel reserve

NOTICE
When refuelling after running on reserve, make sure that you top up the tank to a level above reserve, as otherwise the new level

approx. 4 l
Press down firmly on the filler cap of the fuel tank. The fuel filler cap engages with an audible click.

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ATTENTION

ATTENTION

Secure the tensioning straps at the rear on both sides to the

Vehicle topples to side when being lifted on to stand Risk of damage to parts if vehicle topples
Secure the vehicle to prevent it toppling, preferably with the assistance of a second person.

Trapping of components Component damage
Do not trap components such as brake lines or cable legs.
At the front, loop a strap over the bottom fork bridge on each side.

frame for the rear footrest and tighten the straps. Tighten all the straps uniformly; the vehicle's suspension should be compressed as tightly as possible front and rear.

Push the motorcycle onto the

Pull the straps down and tight.

transportation flat and hold it in

position: do not place it on the

side stand or centre stand.

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General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

103

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) . . . . . . 104

Automatic Stability Control (ASC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Engineering details

Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Riding mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

Tyre pressure monitoring

(RDC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

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Shift assistant Pro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

7 General instructions To find out more about engineer-

ATTENTION

104 ing go to: bmw-motorrad.com/techno-

Attempted burn-out despite Integral braking function

logy

Damage to rear brake and clutch

Do not burn out tyres.

Anti-lock brake system

can occur, ABS intervenes and adapts braking pressure to the maximum transferable braking force. The wheels continue to turn and the driving stability is retained irrespective of the road condition.

Engineering details

(ABS)

How does ABS work?

What are the effects of

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Partially integral brakes
Your motorcycle is equipped with partially integral brakes. Both front and rear brakes are applied when you pull the handbrake lever. The footbrake lever acts only on the rear brake. When actively intervening in the braking process, the BMW Motorrad Integral ABS adapts braking-force distribution between front and rear brakes to suit the load on the motorcycle, and so ABS intervention helps achieve the shortest possible stopping distance.

The amount of braking force that can be transferred to the road depends on factors that include the coefficient of friction of the road surface. Loose stones, ice and snow or a wet road all have much lower coefficients of friction than a clean and dry asphalt surface. The lower the coefficient of friction, the longer the braking distance. If the rider increases braking pressure to the extent that braking force exceeds the maximum transferable limit, the wheels start to lock and the vehicle loses its directional stability; a fall is imminent. Before this situation

surface irregularities?
Humps and surface irregularities can cause the wheels to lose contact temporarily with the road surface; if this happens the braking force that can be transmitted to the road can drop to zero. If the brakes are applied under these circumstances the ABS has to reduce braking force to ensure that directional stability is maintained when the wheels regain contact with the road surface. At this instant the ABS must assume an extremely low coefficient of friction, so that the wheels will continue to rotate un-

der all imaginable circumstances, the case when the brake pedal is What is the design because this is the precondition depressed either before or at the baseline for ABS?

7

Engineering details

for ensuring directional stability. As soon as is registers the ac-

same time as the brake lever is pulled.

Within the limits imposed by physics, the ABS ensures dir-

105

tual circumstances, the system reacts instantly and adjusts brak- Rear wheel lift

ectional stability on any surface. The system is not optimised for

ing force accordingly to achieve Under very severe and sudden

special requirements that apply

optimum braking.

deceleration, however, under cer- under extreme competitive situ-

What feedback does the rider receive from the ABS?
If the ABS has to reduce braking

tain circumstances it is possible that the ABS will be unable to prevent the rear wheel from lifting clear of the ground. If this happens the outcome can be a

ations on the track. The driving behaviour should be adapted to actual driving skills and the road conditions.

force on account of the circum- highsiding situation in which the Special situations

stances described above, vibra- motorcycle can flip over.

The speeds of the front and rear

tion is perceptible through the handbrake lever.

WARNING

wheels are compared as one

means of detecting a wheel's

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When the handbrake lever is

Rear wheel lift due to severe incipient tendency to lock. If

pulled, brake pressure is also

braking

the system registers implaus-

built up at the rear wheel by

Risk of falling

ible values for a lengthy period

the integral function. If the

When you brake sharply, bear the ABS function is deactivated

brake pedal is depressed after

in mind that ABS control can- for safety reasons and an ABS

the handbrake lever is pulled,

not always be relied on to pre- fault message is issued. Self-dia-

the brake pressure built up

vent the rear wheel from lifting gnosis has to complete before

beforehand is perceptible as

clear of the ground.

fault messages can be issued.

counter-pressure sooner than is

7 In addition to problems with the Risk of accident BMW Motorrad ABS, exceptional In order to ensure that the ABS

Do not take risks that would negate the additional margin of

riding conditions can also cause 106 a fault message to be issued:
Heating up with the motorcycle

is always maintained in optimum condition, it is essential for you to comply strictly

safety offered by this system. Evolution of ABS to

on the centre stand or an auxil- with the specified inspection ABS Pro

iary stand, engine idling or with a gear engaged.

intervals.

with ABS Pro OE

Engineering details

Rear wheel locked by the en- Reserves for safety

Until now, the BMW Motorrad

gine brake for a lengthy period, The potentially shorter brak-

ABS helped ensure a very high

for example while descending ing distances which ABS per-

degree of safety for braking

on a loose or slippery surface. mits must not be used as an ex- with the motorcycle upright

cuse for careless riding. ABS is and travelling in a straight line.

If a fault message is issued on

primarily a means of ensuring a Now ABS Pro offers enhanced

account of exceptional riding

safety margin in genuine emer- safety for braking in corners

conditions, you can reactivate

gencies.

as well. ABS Pro prevents the

the ABS function by switching
z the ignition off and on again.

WARNING

wheels from locking even under sharp braking. ABS Pro reduces

What significance devolves on regular maintenance?
WARNING
Brake system not regularly serviced.

Braking when cornering Risk of accident despite ABS
Invariably, the rider bears responsibility for assessing road and traffic conditions and adopting his or her style of riding accordingly.

abrupt changes in steering force, particularly in panicbraking situations, counteracting the vehicle's otherwise natural but undesirable tendency to straighten up.

ABS intervention

deceleration of the motorcycle,

Technically speaking, depending even when cornering.

ing, items of luggage loose on the motorcycle), especially when

7

on the riding situation ABS Pro adapts ABS intervention to the

Automatic Stability

style of riding takes rider and machine close to the limits imposed 107

motorcycle's bank angle. Signals Control (ASC)

by physics.

for rate of roll and rate of yaw and lateral acceleration are used

How does the ASC work?

The system is not optimised for special requirements that

Engineering details

to calculate bank angle.

The ASC system compares the apply under extreme competit-

As the motorcycle is heeled over speed of rotation of the front

ive situations on the track. The

more and more as it banks into wheel and the rear wheel. The ASC can be deactivated in these

a corner, an increasingly strict

differential is used to compute

cases.

limit is imposed on the brake-

slip as a measure of the reserves

pressure gradient for the start of of stability available at the rear

WARNING

brake application. This slows the build-up of brake pressure to a corresponding degree. Additionally, pressure modulation is more uniform across the range of ABS intervention.

wheel. If slip exceeds a certain limit, the engine control intervenes and adapts the engine torque accordingly.
What is the design baseline for the ASC?

Risky riding
Risk of accident despite ASC
Invariably, the rider bears re-
sponsibility for assessing road z
and traffic conditions and adopting his or her style of riding

Advantages for the rider
The advantages of ABS Pro for the rider are sensitive response and high braking and directional

ASC is designed as an assistance system for the rider and for use on public roads. The extent to which the rider affects

accordingly. Do not take risks that would negate the additional safety offered by this system.

stability combined with best-case ASC control can be consider-

able (weight shifts when corner-

7 Special situations In accordance with the laws of 108 physics, the ability to accelerate
is restricted more and more as the angle of heel increases. Consequently, there can be a perceptible lag in acceleration out of

Riding for a lengthy period with the front wheel lifted off the ground (wheelie). Rear wheel rotating with the vehicle held stationary by applying the front brake (burnout).

torque until the front wheel regains contact with the ground. Under these circumstances, BMW Motorrad recommends rolling the throttle slightly closed so as to restore stability with the least possible delay.

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very tight bends.

Heating up with the motorcycle on the centre stand or an auxil- When riding on a slippery sur-

The speeds of the front and

iary stand, engine idling or with face, never snap the throttle

rear wheels are compared as

a gear engaged.

twistgrip fully closed without

one means of detecting the rear

pulling the clutch at the same

wheel's incipient tendency to

Accelerating the motorcycle to time. Engine braking torque can

spin or slip sideways. If the sys- a defined minimum speed after cause the rear wheel to lock, with

tem registers implausible values switching the ignition off and

a corresponding loss of stability.

for a lengthy period the ASC

then on again reactivates the

The ASC is unable to control a

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function is deactivated for safety ASC.

reasons and an ASC fault mes-

Minimum speed for ac-

sage is issued. Self-diagnosis

tivation of ASC

has to complete before fault

situation of this nature.
Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)

messages can be issued. The following exceptional riding conditions can lead to an auto-

min 10 km/h If the front wheel lifts clear of the

with Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) OE

matic shutdown of the ASC:

ground under severe accelera-

tion, the ASC reduces engine

How does the DTC work?
The DTC system compares the speed of rotation of the front wheel and the rear wheel. The differential is used to compute slip as a measure of the reserves

What is the design baseline for the DTC?
DTC is designed as an assistance system for the rider and for use on public roads. The extent to which the rider affects

and traffic conditions and adopting his or her style of riding

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accordingly.

Do not take risks that would

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negate the additional safety

offered by this system.

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of stability available at the rear wheel. If slip exceeds a certain

DTC control can be considerable (weight shifts when corner-

Special situations

limit, the engine control inter-

ing, items of luggage loose on

In accordance with the laws of

venes and adapts the engine

the motorcycle), especially when physics, the ability to accelerate

torque accordingly.

style of riding takes rider and ma- is restricted more and more as

The DTC has a bank-angle

chine close to the limits imposed the angle of heel increases. Con-

sensor, so it can control wheel by physics.

sequently, there can be a per-

slip all the more sensitively when The system is not optimised for the motorcycle is heeled over for special requirements that apply

ceptible reduction in acceleration out of very tight bends.

cornering. Consequently, more under extreme competitive situ-

dynamic riding conditions can be ations on the track. You have the The speeds of the front and rear

achieved without any lessening

option of deactivating the DTC

wheels are compared and the

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of directional stability. In the

for these circumstances.

angle of heel taken into account

DYNAMIC mode slight DTC-

as one means of detecting the

assisted wheelies are possible.

WARNING

rear wheel's incipient tendency to

spin or slip sideways. If the elec-

Risky riding

tronic processor receives values

Risk of accident despite DTC

that it considers implausible over

Invariably, the rider bears re-

a lengthy period, a dummy value

sponsibility for assessing road is used for the angle of heel or

7 the DTC function is switched off. Under these circumstances the

Heating up with the motorcycle When riding on a slippery suron an auxiliary stand, in neutral face, never snap the throttle

indicator for a DTC fault shows. 110 Self-diagnosis has to complete

or with a gear engaged.

twistgrip fully closed without pulling the clutch at the same

before fault messages can be is- Accelerating the motorcycle to

time. Engine braking torque can

sued.

a defined minimum speed after cause the rear wheel to skid, with

Whereas in the RAIN and ROAD switching the ignition off and

a corresponding loss of stability.

riding modes, if the front wheel then on again reactivates the

The DTC is unable to control a

starts to lift clear of the ground DTC.

situation of this nature.

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the DTC reduces engine torque and the front wheel quickly regains contact with the ground, in the DYNAMIC mode slight DTCassisted wheelies are possible.

Minimum speed for activation of DTC
min 10 km/h

Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA)
With Dynamic ESA OE

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The DTC can issue an error message under the exceptional riding conditions outlined below. Exceptional riding

If the front wheel lifts clear of the ground under severe acceleration, the DTC reduces engine torque until the front wheel re-

Dynamic ESA range of adjustment
Dynamic ESA enables you

conditions:

gains contact with the ground.

to adjust your motorcycle's

Riding for a lengthy period with Under these circumstances,

suspension to suit the load and

the front wheel lifted off the

BMW Motorrad recommends

the road conditions.

ground (wheelie).

rolling the throttle slightly closed Dynamic ESA uses a ride height

Rear wheel rotating with the

so as to restore stability with the sensor to detect movements

vehicle held stationary by applying the front brake (burnout).

least possible delay.

in the chassis and suspension and responds by adjusting the damper valves. The chassis and

suspension will thus be adapted to the characteristics of the terrain. You can set the damping to a harder (DYNAMIC) setting than the basic setting (ROAD). Dynamic ESA calibrates itself at regular intervals when stationary with the engine running to ensure the correct operating principle of the system. During this calibration, chassis and suspension adjustment is not possible.
Riding mode
Selection
There is a choice of 4 riding modes for adapting the motorcycle to riding-surface condition: RAIN ROAD (standard mode)

with Pro riding modes OE DYNAMIC

Throttle response In the RAIN mode: Restrained

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USER

In the ROAD mode: Direct

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In the DYNAMIC mode: Dy-

Each of these modes produces

namic

perceptible differences in the way

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the motorcycle behaves. For the RAIN mode

RAIN, ROAD and DYNAMIC rid- The ASC/DTC system intervenes

ing modes there is a matched

early enough to prevent the rear

setting for the ASC/DTC and EN- wheel from spinning. On road

GINE (throttle response) systems. surfaces with high to medium

The mode last selected is auto- grip (dry and wet asphalt to dry

matically reactivated after the ig- cobblestones) the vehicle re-

nition has been switched off and mains very stable; movements

then on again.

of the tail are clearly perceptible

Broadly speaking: The more dy- only on slippery road surfaces

namic the selected mode, the

(wet bitumen or wet cobble-

more ASC/DTC assistance is re- stones).

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duced. Consequently, you must

always bear the following in mind with regard to your selection of a ride mode: the more dynamic the setting, the greater the challenge to your riding skill.

ROAD mode
ASC/DTC system intervention is later than in RAIN mode. On road surfaces with high to medium grip (dry and wet asphalt to

dry cobblestones) the motorcycle

remains stable. Slight rear-wheel

7 drift is perceptible. Movements Mode changes

Tyre pressure

of the tail are clearly perceptible When riding, you can change rid- monitoring (RDC)

on slippery road surfaces (wet 112 bitumen or wet cobblestones).

ing modes only when the following preconditions are satisfied:

with tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) OE

with Pro riding modes OE DYNAMIC mode
The DYNAMIC mode is the sportiest mode. ASC/DTC system

No drive torque on the rear wheel. No brake pressure in the brake system.

Function
A sensor integrated into each tyre measures the air tempera-

Engineering details

intervention is even later, which This is the status of the motor- ture and the air pressure inside

means that even on dry asphalt cycle when it is at a standstill

the tyre and transmits this in-

drifting is possible under sharp with the ignition switched on.

formation to the control unit.

acceleration when cornering.

Under other circumstances, you Each sensor has a centrifugal-

must proceed as follows:

force tripswitch that does not

USER mode

Close the throttle twistgrip.

enable transmission of the meas-

The USER mode enables the

Release the brake levers.

ured values until the motorcycle

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DTC and ENGINE system settings to be individualised.

The desired riding mode is ini-

has exceeded a defined minimum speed for the first time.

- ENGINE: Choice of RAIN, ROAD and DYNAMIC settings - DTC: Choice of RAIN, ROAD and DYNAMIC settings The changed USER are saved

tially preselected. The mode change does not take place until the systems in question are all in the appropriate state.

Minimum speed for transmission of the RDC measured values:
min 30 km/h

in memory until the next time

The display shows -- for each

changes are made.

tyre until the tyre-pressure signal

is received for the first time. The

sensors continue to transmit the measured-value signals for some time after the vehicle comes to a stop.

Temperature compensation
Tyre pressure is a temperaturesensitive variable: pressure in-

therefore, these gauge readings will not tally with the pres-

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sures shown by the multifunction

display.

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Time for transmission of measured values after vehicle comes to a stop:
min 15 min
An error message is issued if wheels without sensors are fitted to a vehicle equipped with an RDC control unit.

creases as tyre temperature rises and decreases as tyre temperature drops. Tyre temperature depends on ambient temperature as well as on the style of riding and the duration of the ride.
The tyre-pressure readings in the multifunction display are temperature-com-

Pressure adaptation
Compare the RDC value on the multifunction display with the value in the table on the back cover of the Rider's Manual. Then use the air-line gauge at a service station to compensate for the difference between the RDC reading and the value in the

Tyre-pressure ranges

pensated and are always refer- table.

The RDC control unit differenti-

enced to the following tyre-air

ates between three tyre-pressure temperature:

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ranges, all of which are paramet- 20 °C

erised for the motorcycle: Tyre pressure within permitted tolerance.

The air lines available to the public in petrol stations and motorway service areas have gauges

Tyre pressure close to limit of that do not compensate for tem-

permitted tolerance.

perature; the reading shown by

Tyre pressure outside permit- a gauge of this nature is the

ted tolerance.

temperature-dependent tyre

pressure. In most instances,

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Example

114 According to the Rider's Manual, the tyre pressure should be:

2.5 bar

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The multifunction display shows the following reading:

2.3 bar

So pressure is low by:

0.2 bar

The gauge on the air line shows:

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2.4 bar

You must now increase tyre

pressure until the value is:

2.6 bar

Shift assistant Pro
with Pro shift assistant OE
Your vehicle is equipped with the shift assistant Pro, which was initially developed for racing and has been adapted for touring. It permits upshifts and downshifts without declutching or closing the throttle in virtually all load and rpm ranges.
Advantages 70-80 % of all gearshifts on a trip can be done without using the clutch. Less relative movement between rider and passenger because the shift pauses are shorter. It is not necessary to close the throttle valve when shifting under acceleration. When braking and downshifting (throttle valve closed), engine

speed is adjusted by blipping the throttle. Shift time is shorter than a gearshift with clutch actuation.
In order for the system to identify a request for a gearshift, the rider has to move the shift lever from its idle position in the desired direction against the force of the spring through a certain "overtravel" at ordinary speed or rapidly and keep the shift lever in this position until the gearshift is completed. It is not necessary to increase the force applied to the shift lever while shifting is in progress. Once the gearshift has completed the shift lever has to be fully released before another gearshift with the Pro shift assistant can take place. Keep the corresponding load condition (throttle grip position) constant before and during the gear shift for gear shifts using the shift assistant Pro. A change in the

position of the throttle twistgrip during a gearshift can cause the

Idle speed

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function to abort and/or lead to a

missed shift. The shift assistant

1150 min-1 (Engine at regular

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Pro provides no assistance for

operating temperature)

the gear change if the rider de-

clutches.

Downshifting
Downshifting is assisted until maximum rpm for the target gear to be selected is reached. This prevents overreving.

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Maximum engine speed
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max 9000 min-1

Upshifting
Upshifting is assisted until idle rpm for the target gear to be selected is reached. This prevents the engine from dropping below idle speed.

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General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149

117

Toolkit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Diagnostic connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151

Front-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Rear-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120

Maintenance

Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120

Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

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Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Rims and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

Silencer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136

Light source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145

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Toolkit

The "Maintenance" chapter de- Standard toolkit

118 scribes straightforward proced-

ures for checking and replacing

certain wear parts.

Special tightening torques are lis-

ted as applicable. The tightening

Maintenance

torques for the threaded fasten-

ers on your vehicle are listed in

the section entitled "Technical

data".

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Further information on maintenance and repair work is available

1

from your BMW Motorrad author-

Screwdriver handle Use with screwdriver in-

ised dealer in the form of a DVD.

sert.

Topping up the engine

Some of the work requires spe-

oil ( 121).

cial tools and a thorough know- 2 Open-ended spanner

ledge of the technology involved.

Width across flats 8/10

If you are in doubt, consult a

Removing battery

specialist workshop, preferably

( 147).

your authorised BMW Motorrad 3 Open-ended spanner

dealer.

Width across flats 14

4 Reversible screwdriver blade Phillips PH1 and Torx T25 Removing bulbs for front and rear turn indicators ( 141). Removing battery cover ( 147). Repositioning windscreen ( 83).
5 Torx wrench, T40
Front-wheel stand
Installing the front-wheel stand
ATTENTION
Use of the BMW Motorrad front wheel stand without accompanying use of centre stand or auxiliary stand Risk of damage to parts if vehicle topples
Place the motorcycle on its centre stand or another auxili-

ary stand before lifting the front wheel with the BMW Motorrad front-wheel stand. Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its centre stand. Use basic stand with frontwheel adapter. The basic stand and its accessory parts are available from your BMW Motorrad dealer.
Loosen the fastening screws 1. Push the two adapters 2 apart until the front forks fit between them.

Use locating pins 3 to set the front-wheel stand to the de-

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sired height.

Centre the front-wheel stand

119

relative to the front wheel and

push it against the front axle.

Maintenance

ATTENTION

Centre stand retracts if mo-

torcycle is lifted too high Risk of damage to parts if vehicle

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topples

Align the two adapters 2 so that the front forks are securely seated.

When raising the vehicle, make sure that the centre stand remains on the ground.

Tighten securing screws 1.

Apply uniform pressure to push

the front-wheel stand down

and raise the motorcycle.

Maintenance

8 Rear-wheel stand Install the rear-wheel 120 stand
Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand. Use basic stand with rear axle adapter. The basic stand and its accessory components are available from your BMW Motorrad authorised dealer.
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Use screws 1 to set the rearwheel stand to the desired height.

Remove retaining disc 2. To do so, press release button 3.

Push the rear-wheel stand from the right onto the rear axle. Push the retaining disc on from the left, while holding the unlock button down.

Hold the motorcycle upright and at the same time press the handle of the stand back until both rollers of the stand are on the ground. Then press the handle down to the ground.
Engine oil

Checking engine oil level

ATTENTION
Misinterpretation of oil level reading, because oil level is temperature-dependent (the

higher the temperature, the higher the oil level) Engine damage
Check the oil level only after a lengthy ride or when the engine is at operating temperature.
Switch off the engine when it is at operating temperature. Extend the side stand and take up a position on the right side of the motorcycle. Hold the motorcycle upright. with centre stand OE Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its centre stand.
Wait five minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan.

Check the oil level in oil-level indicator 1.
Engine oil, specified level

If the oil level is below the MIN mark:

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Topping up the engine oil ( 121).

121

Maintenance

If the oil level is above the MAX mark:
Have the oil level corrected by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Topping up the engine oil
Make sure the ground is level z
and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand.

Between MIN and MAX marks

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Engine damage Always make sure that the oil

level is correct. 122
Top up the engine oil to the

specified level.

Engine oil, quantity for topping up

Maintenance

max 0.95 l (Difference

Wipe the area around the oil

between MIN and MAX)

filler neck clean.

Insert Torx end of reversible

Checking engine oil level

screwdriver insert 1 into screw- ( 120).

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driver handle 2 (on-board tool-

Install cap 3 of the oil filler

kit) for additional leverage.

neck.

Insert the screwdriver handle into cap 3.

Brake system

Turn cap 3 counter-clockwise Checking function of

to remove.

brakes

Checking engine oil level ( 120).

Pull the front brake lever. The pressure point must be

ATTENTION

clearly perceptible. Press the footbrake lever.

Use of insufficient engine oil The pressure point must be

or too much engine oil

clearly perceptible.

If the pressure point is not clearly perceptible:
ATTENTION
Work on brake system not in compliance with correct procedure Risk to operational reliability of the brake system
Have all work on the brake system undertaken by trained and qualified specialists.
Have the brakes checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Checking front brake pad thickness
Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand.

Visually inspect the left and right brake pads to ascertain their thickness. Viewing direction: between wheel and front suspension toward brake pads 1.

Brake-pad wear limit, front
1.0 mm (Friction pad only, without backing plate. The wear indicators (grooves) must be clearly visible.) If the wear indicating marks are no longer clearly visible:
WARNING
Brake-pad thickness less than permissible minimum Diminished braking effect, damage to the brakes

8 In order to ensure the depend-
ability of the brake system, do

not permit the brake pads to

wear past the minimum per-

123

missible thickness.

Have the brake pads replaced by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Maintenance

Check rear brake pad thickness
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and place the motor- z
cycle on its stand.

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wear past the minimum permissible thickness.

124

Have the brake pads replaced

by a specialist workshop,

preferably an authorised

BMW Motorrad dealer.

Maintenance

Checking brake-fluid level, front brakes

Visually inspect the brake pads to ascertain their thickness. Viewing direction: From the

Brake-pad wear limit, rear

rear toward brake pads 1.
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1.0 mm (Friction pad only, without backing plate)

If the wear limit has been reached:

WARNING

WARNING
Not enough brake fluid in brake fluid reservoir Considerably reduced braking power due to air in the brake system
Check the brake-fluid level at regular intervals.

Brake-pad thickness less than permissible minimum Diminished braking effect, damage to the brakes
In order to ensure the dependability of the brake system, do not permit the brake pads to

with centre stand OE
Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its centre stand.

without centre stand OE
Make sure the ground is level and firm and hold the motorcycle upright.

Checking the brake-fluid level, rear brakes

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WARNING

125

Maintenance

Turn the handlebars to a position in which the brake fluid reservoir is horizontal.

Brake fluid level, front

Not enough brake fluid in brake fluid reservoir Considerably reduced braking power due to air in the brake system
Check the brake-fluid level at regular intervals.

Check the brake fluid level in front reservoir 1.
NOTICE
Wear of the brake pads causes the brake fluid level in the reservoir to sink.

Brake fluid, DOT4
It is impermissible for the brake fluid level to drop below the MIN mark. (Brake-fluid reservoir horizontal, motorcycle upright)
If the brake fluid level drops below the permitted level:
Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

with centre stand OE
Make sure the ground is level z
and firm and place the motorcycle on its centre stand.
without centre stand OE Make sure the ground is level and firm and hold the motorcycle upright.

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Check the brake fluid level in rear reservoir 1.
NOTICE
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the brake fluid level in the reservoir to sink.

Brake fluid level, rear
Brake fluid, DOT4
It is impermissible for the brake fluid level to drop below the MIN mark. (Brake-fluid reservoir horizontal, motorcycle upright) If the brake fluid level drops below the permitted level: Have the defect rectified as quickly as possible by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Clutch
Checking clutch function Pull the clutch lever. The pressure point must be clearly perceptible.
If the pressure point is not clearly perceptible:
Have the clutch checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Coolant
Check coolant level Extend the side stand and take up a position on the right side of the motorcycle. Hold the motorcycle upright. with centre stand OE Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its centre stand.

CAUTION
Hot engine Risk of burn injury
Keep ell clear of all hot engine components. Do not touch hot engine components.
Check the coolant level in expansion tank 1. The coolant level must be between the MIN and MAX marks.

If the coolant level drops below the MIN mark:
Top up the coolant. Top up coolant
Open cap 1 of the coolant expansion tank and top up the coolant to the specified level. The coolant level is between the MIN and MAX marks. Close cap 1.

Tyres Checking tyre pressure

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127 WARNING

Incorrect tyre pressure Impaired handling characteristics of the motorcycle, shorter useful tyre life
Always check that the tyre pressures are correct.

Maintenance

WARNING
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Tendency of valve inserts installed vertically top open by themselves at high riding speeds. Sudden loss of tyre pressure.
Install valve caps fitted with rubber sealing rings and tighten firmly.
Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand.

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Check tyre pressures against the data below.

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Tyre pressure, front

2.5 bar (tyre cold) Tyre pressure, rear

Maintenance

2.9 bar (tyre cold)
If tyre pressure is too low: Correct tyre pressure.
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Checking rims
Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand. Visually inspect the rims for defects. Have any damaged rims inspected by a specialist workshop and replaced if neces-

sary, preferably by an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Checking tyre tread depth
WARNING
Riding with badly worn tyres Risk of accident due to impaired handling
If applicable, have the tyres changed in good time before they wear to the minimum tread depth permitted by law.
Make sure the ground is level and firm and place the motorcycle on its stand. Measure the tyre tread depth in the main tread grooves with wear marks.
NOTICE
Wear indicators are built into the main profile grooves on each tyre. The tyre is worn out when the tyre tread has worn down

to the level of the marks. The locations of the marks are indicated on the edge of the tyre, e.g. by the letters TI, TWI or by an arrow.
If the tyre tread is worn to minimum:
Replace tyre or tyres, as applicable.
Wheels
Tyre recommendation
For each size of tyre, BMW Motorrad tests and classifies as roadworthy certain makes. BMW Motorrad cannot assess the suitability or provide any guarantee of road safety for other tyres. BMW Motorrad recommends using only tyres tested by BMW Motorrad. Detailed information is available from your authorised

BMW Motorrad dealer or in the internet at

tems and consequently cannot be changed.

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bmw-motorrad.com

If you decide that you would like

to fit non-standard wheels to

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Effect of wheel size on

your motorcycle, it is very im-

chassis and suspension

portant to consult a specialist

control systems

workshop beforehand, preferably

Maintenance

Wheel size is very important as an authorised BMW Motorrad

a parameter for the frame and

dealer. In some cases, the data

suspension control systems ABS programmed into the control

and ASC/DTC. In particular, the units can be changed to suit the

ATTENTION

diameter and the width of the vehicle's wheels are programmed into the control unit and are fundamental to all calculations. Any

new wheel sizes.
RDC adhesive label with tyre pressure monitoring

Tyre removal not in compliance with correct procedure Damage to RDC sensors

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change in these influencing vari-

(RDC) OE

Be sure to explain to the spe-

ables, caused for example by

cialist workshop or authorised

a switch to wheels other than

BMW Motorrad dealer that the

those installed ex-works, can

wheel is fitted with an RDC

have serious effects on the per-

sensor.

formance of the control systems.

If the motorcycle is equipped

The sensor rings are essential

with RDC, each wheel rim bears

for correct road-speed calcula-

an adhesive label indicating the

tion, and they too must match

position of the RDC sensor.

the motorcycle's control sys-

When a tyre is being changed,

special care must be taken not

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that the wheel is fitted with an RDC sensor.

Removing front wheel

Maintenance

Place the motorcycle

on an auxiliary stand; BMW Motorrad recommends

Remove screw 1 and remove the wheel-speed sensor from

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the BMW Motorrad rear-wheel stand. Install the rear-wheel stand ( 120). with centre stand OE

its bore. Mask off the parts of the wheel rim that could be scratched in the process of removing the brake calipers.

Make sure the ground is level

and firm and place the motor-

ATTENTION

cycle on its centre stand.

Unwanted inward movement

of the brake pads

Component damage on attempt to install the brake caliper or because brake pads have to be forced apart

Do not operate the brakes with a brake caliper not correctly secured. Remove securing screws 2 of the left and right brake calipers and remove retaining clip 3.
Force the brake pads 1 slightly apart by rotational movement of the brake caliper 2 against brake disc 3. Carefully ease the brake calipers back and out until clear of the brake discs.

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the ground, preferably using

a BMW Motorrad front-wheel

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stand.

Installing the front-wheel stand

( 118).

Maintenance

Slacken axle clamping screws 1.

Remove screw 1.

Withdraw quick-release axle 1,

Slacken axle clamping

support the front wheel when

screws 2.

doing this.

Press quick-release axle slightly Set down front wheel and

toward the inside, so as to be

roll forwards out of the front

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better able to grip it on the

suspension.

right-hand side.

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Remove spacer bush 1 from the wheel hub. Installing front wheel
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WARNING Use of a non-standard wheel Malfunctions during ABS and ASC/DTC intervention
See the information on the effect of wheel size on the ABS and ASC/DTC systems at the start of this chapter.

ATTENTION Tightening threaded fasteners to incorrect tightening torque Damage, or threaded fasteners work loose
Always have the security of the fasteners checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Slip spacing bushing 1 into the wheel hub on the left-hand side.

ATTENTION Front wheel installed wrong way round Risk of accident
Note direction-of-rotation arrows on tyre or rim. Roll the front wheel into position between the front forks.
Lift front wheel and fit quickrelease axle 1. Remove front-wheel stand and firmly compress front forks several times. Do not operate front break lever.

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Maintenance

Install screw 1 and tighten to specified torque. Counter-hold quick-release axle on the righthand side.
Quick-release axle in telescopic forks
50 Nm Tighten axle clamping screws 2 to the specified tightening torque.

Clamping screw for quick-release axle in telescopic fork
Tightening sequence: Tighten screws six times in alternate sequence
19 Nm

Tighten axle clamping screws 1 to the specified tightening torque.
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Maintenance

Clamping screw for quick-release axle in telescopic fork

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Tightening sequence: Tighten

screws six times in alternate

sequence

19 Nm

Removing the front-wheel stand.

Install retaining clip 3 on left and securing screws 2 on left and right and tighten to the specified tightening torque.
Brake caliper on telescopic fork
38 Nm Remove the adhesive tape from the wheel rim.

Before driving, check that the brakes respond without delay.
Operate the brake several times until the brake pads are bedded. Seat the cable for the wheelspeed sensor in retaining clip 3. Insert the wheel-speed sensor into the bore and install screw 1.
Wheel-speed sensor to fork leg
Joining compound: Microencapsulated or mediumstrength thread-locking compound
8 Nm

Position left and right brake calipers on the brake discs.

WARNING
Brake pads not lying against the brake disc Risk of accident due to delayed braking effect.

Removing rear wheel Swivelling silencer ( 136).

and ASC/DTC systems at the start of this chapter.

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ATTENTION

135

Maintenance

Tightening threaded fasten-

ers to incorrect tightening

torque

Damage, or threaded fasteners

work loose

Engage first gear. Remove studs 1 from the rear

Always have the security of the fasteners checked by a

Install wheel studs 1 and tighten to specified torque.

wheel, while supporting the wheel. Roll the rear wheel out toward

specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Rear wheel to wheel

flange

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the rear. Installing the rear wheel

Seat the rear wheel on the rear-wheel adapter.

Tightening sequence: tighten in diagonally opposite sequence

WARNING
Use of a non-standard wheel Malfunctions during ABS and ASC/DTC intervention
See the information on the effect of wheel size on the ABS

60 Nm Securing silencer ( 137).

8 Silencer Swivelling silencer
136 CAUTION

Hot exhaust system Risk of burn injury
Do not touch a hot exhaust system.

Maintenance

Allow rear silencer to cool

down.

Make sure the ground is level

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and firm and place the motorcycle on a suitable auxili-

ary stand; BMW Motorrad re-

commends the BMW Motorrad

rear-wheel stand.

Install the rear-wheel stand

( 120).

with centre stand OE

Make sure the ground is level

and firm and place the motor-

cycle on its centre stand.

Remove screws 1. Ease cover 2 out of holder 3 and remove.
Slacken nut 1 to loosen clamp 2 slightly.

Remove screw 1 and washer 2. Turn silencer 3 counter-clockwise.
Securing silencer
ATTENTION
Tightening threaded fasteners to incorrect tightening torque Damage, or threaded fasteners work loose
Always have the security of the fasteners checked by a specialist workshop, preferably

an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

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Maintenance

Turn silencer 3 clockwise until it is seated against the rear footrest bracket. Install screw 1 and washer 2.
Silencer to rear frame

Tighten nut 1 of clamp 2. Clamp to silencer and exhaust manifold
22 Nm

19 Nm

Secure cover 2 in holder 3 and hold in position. Install screws 1.

Light source

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Replacing bulbs for lowbeam and high-beam headlight

NOTICE
Bulbs with higher light-intensity ratings are available through aftermarket suppliers. These bulbs burn out more rapidly and generate more heat than conventional bulbs. Under adverse conditions

8 the extra heat can cause damage to the headlight.

NOTICE

138

NOTICE

The procedure described here for replacing the high-beam

The procedure described here for replacing the low-beam headlight bulb applies by analogy for the high-beam headlight bulb.
Make sure the ground is level

headlight bulb applies by analogy for the low-beam headlight bulb. The left headlight is the high beam and the right headlight is the low beam.

Maintenance

and firm and place the motor-

cycle on its stand.

Switch off the ignition.

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Disconnect plug 2.
To replace the bulb, turn appropriate cover 1 counterclockwise and remove.

Release spring-clip legs 3 at left and right 4 and swing them up. Remove bulb 5.
Replace the defective bulb.
Bulbs for the low-beam headlight
H7 / 12 V / 55 W
Bulb for high-beam headlight
H7 / 12 V / 55 W

Hold the bulb by the base only, in order to keep the glass free of foreign matter.

8 Replacing bulb for parking
light

Place the motorcycle on its

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stand on firm, even ground.

Switch off the ignition.

Maintenance

Connect plug 4.

Install bulb 1. Begin by seating lug 2 and then press the bulb into the socket. Engage spring clip 3 in the catch on left and right.

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To replace the bulb, turn appropriate cover 1 counterclockwise and remove.

Install cover 1 and turn it clockwise to secure.

NOTICE
The procedure described here for replacing the left side-light bulb applies by analogy for the right side-light bulb.

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Push down lock 2 (using a screwdriver if necessary) and pull socket 2 out of the headlight housing.
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Replace the defective bulb. Bulb for parking light
W5W / 12 V / 5 W Use a clean, dry cloth to hold the bulb in order to keep the glass free of dirt and foreign matter.

Insert socket 3 into the headlight housing, making sure that retainer 2 engages.

Remove bulb 3 from the socket.

Insert bulb 1 into the socket.

Install cover 1 and turn it clockwise to secure.

Replacing bulbs for front and rear turn indicators
Place the motorcycle on its stand on firm, even ground. Switch off the ignition.
Remove screw 1.

Pull the glass out of the light housing at the threadedfastener side.

8 Turn bulb 1 counter-clockwise
and remove it from the light housing.
141 Replace the defective bulb.
Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front

Maintenance

RY10W / 12 V / 10 W

Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear

RY10W / 12 V / 10 W

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Use a clean, dry cloth to hold the bulb in order to keep the glass free of foreign matter.

Turn bulb 1 clockwise to install it in the light housing.

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Replacing bulb for number-plate light

142

Removing front seat ( 79).

Make sure the ground is level

and firm and place the motor-

cycle on its centre stand.

Maintenance

Working from the inboard side, insert the glass into the light housing and close the housing.
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Remove screws 1.

Remove screws 2 and remove cover for number-plate carrier 3.

Install screw 1.

Pull number-plate light bulb 4 out of the light housing.

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Maintenance

Remove bulb 5 from the socket.
Replace the defective bulb.
Light source for the number plate light
W5W / 12 V / 5 W Use a clean, dry cloth to hold the bulb in order to keep the glass free of foreign matter.

Press bulb 5 into the socket.

Place cover for number-plate carrier 3 in position and install screws 2.
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Press number-plate light bulb 4 into the light housing.

Install screws 1. Installing front seat ( 79).

8 Replacing LED rear light The LED rear light can be re144 placed only as a complete unit.
Consult a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Replacing LED turn indicators
with LED turn indicators OE

Consult a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Replacing LED additional headlights
with LED auxiliary headlights OA
LED auxiliary headlights can be replaced only as a complete unit.
Consult a specialist workshop,

gine by connecting leads to the on-board socket.
ATTENTION
Contact between crocodile clips of jump leads and vehicle Risk of short-circuit
Use jump leads fitted with fully insulated crocodile clips at both

Maintenance

LED turn indicators can be replaced only as a complete unit.

preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

ends.

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Consult a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised

Jump-starting

BMW Motorrad dealer.

ATTENTION

Replacing LED daytime riding light
with daytime running light OE

Excessive current flowing when the motorcycle is jump-started

ATTENTION
Jump-starting with a voltage greater than 12 V Damage to the on-board electronics
Make sure that the battery of the donor vehicle has a voltage

The LED daytime riding light can only be replaced as a unit with the headlight; it is not possible to replace individual LEDs.

Wiring smoulders/ignites or damage to the on-board electronics
If the motorcycle has to be jump-started connect the leads to the battery terminals; never attempt to jump-start the en-

rating of 12 V.
Place the motorcycle on its stand on firm, even ground. Removing battery cover ( 147).

When jump-starting the engine, do not disconnect the battery from the on-board electrical

Run the engine of the donor vehicle during jump-starting. Start the engine of the vehicle

Battery Maintenance instructions

8

system.

with the discharged battery

Correct upkeep, recharging and 145

in the usual way; if the en-

storage will prolong the life of

gine does not start, wait a few the battery and are essential if

minutes before repeating the warranty claims are to be con-

Maintenance

attempt in order to protect the sidered.

starter motor and the donor

Compliance with the points be-

battery.

low is important in order to max-

Allow both engines to idle for a imise battery life:

few minutes before disconnect- Keep the surface of the battery

ing the jump leads.

clean and dry.

Disconnect the jump lead from Do not open the battery.

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Remove protective cap 1.

the negative terminals first,

Do not top up with water.

Connect the red jump lead to

then disconnect the second

Be sure to read and comply

the positive battery connection lead from the positive termin-

with the instructions for char-

point 2 of the drained battery

als.

ging the battery on the follow-

and the positive terminal of the donor battery.

NOTICE

ing pages. Do not turn the battery upside

Then connect one end of the Do not use proprietary start-as-

down.

black jump lead to the negative sist sprays or other products to

terminal of the donor battery start the engine.

and the other end to negative terminal 3 of the discharged battery.

Install the protective cap. Fitting battery cover ( 149).

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ATTENTION

146 On-board electronics (e.g. clock) draining connected battery Battery is deep-discharged; this voids the guarantee Connect a float charger to the battery if the motorcycle is to remain out of use for more than four weeks.

Maintenance

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NOTICE

BMW Motorrad has developed a

float charger specially designed

for compatibility with the elec-

tronics of your motorcycle. Us-

ing this charger, you can keep

the battery charged during long

periods of disuse, without having

to disconnect the battery from

the motorcycle's on-board sys-

tems. You can obtain additional

information from your authorised

BMW Motorrad dealer.

Charge battery when connected
ATTENTION
Charging the battery that is connected to the vehicle via the battery terminals Damage to the on-board electronics
Disconnect the battery at the battery terminals before charging.
ATTENTION
Charging a fully discharged battery via the socket or the extra socket Damage to the on-board electronics
If a battery has discharged to the extent that it is completely flat (battery voltage less than 9 V, status-indicator lights and multifunction display remain off when the ignition is switched

on) it has to be disconnected from the on-board circuits and re-charged with the charger connected directly to the battery posts.
ATTENTION
Unsuitable chargers connected to a socket Damage to charger and vehicle electronics
Use suitable BMW chargers. The suitable charger is available from your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
Charge via the charging socket, with the battery connected to the motorcycle's on-board electrical system.
NOTICE
The motorcycle's on-board electronics know when the battery is fully charged. The on-board

socket is switched off when this happens.
Comply with the operating instructions of the charger.
NOTICE
If you are unable to charge the battery through the on-board socket, you may be using a charger that is not compatible with your motorcycle's electronics. If this happens, charge the battery directly at the terminals of the battery that is disconnected from the vehicle.

charger's terminal clips from the battery terminals.
NOTICE
The battery has to be recharged at regular intervals in the course of a lengthy period of disuse. See the instructions for caring for your battery. Always fully recharge the battery before restoring it to use.
Removing battery

Charge battery when disconnected
Charge the battery using a suitable charger. Comply with the operating instructions of the charger. Once the battery is fully charged, disconnect the

Switch off the ignition. Remove screw 1.

Each battery cover slightly forward at the top at positions 2.

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In order not to damage the battery cover or the mount, work 147

the battery cover up at posi-

tion 3 to remove.

with alarm system (DWA) OE If applicable, switch off the antitheft alarm.

Maintenance

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Disconnect battery negative lead 1 and disengage rubber strap 2.

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Maintenance

Pull retaining plate in position 1 Disconnect battery negative

Secure battery positive lead 1.

outwards and remove in an

lead 1 and remove the battery. Push battery into the mounting.

upward direction.

Slightly lift the battery and ease Installing battery

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it clear of the holder until the

battery positive terminal is ac-

NOTICE

cessible.

If the 12 V battery is not cor-

rectly installed or if the polar-

ity of the terminals is reversed

(e.g. in an attempt to jump-start

the vehicle), this can cause the

fuse for the alternator regulator

to blow.

First insert retaining plate into

the mountings 1 and then push

under the battery in position 2.

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Maintenance

Secure battery negative lead 1. Secure the battery with rubber strap 2.

Install screw 1.
Setting the clock ( 64). Setting the date ( 64).

Place battery cover into the mounting 1 and press into the mountings 2.

Switch off the ignition.

Removing front seat ( 79).

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Disconnect plug 1.

ATTENTION

Jumpering of blown fuses Risk of short-circuit and fire
Never attempt to jumper a blown fuse. Always replace a defective fuse with a new fuse of the same amperage.

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Replace faulty fuse in accord- Fuse assignment ance with the fuse allocation

diagram. 150

NOTICE

Maintenance

If fuse defects recur frequently have the electric circuits checked by a specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Install plug 1. Installing front seat ( 79).

Fuse carrier 1

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10 A (Slot 1: instrument cluster, alarm system (DWA), ignition lock, main relay, diagnostic socket)

7.5 A (Slot 2: multifunction switch left, tyre pressure control (RDC), angular rate sensor)

Fuse holder
50 A (Fuse 1: Voltage regulator)

Diagnostic connector
Disengaging diagnostic connector
CAUTION
Incorrect procedure followed when loosening the diagnostic connector for the on-board diagnosis Motorcycle experiences malfunctions
Only have the diagnostic connector loosened by a specialist workshop or other authorised persons during your next BMW Service appointment. Have the work performed by appropriately trained staff. Refer to the vehicle manufacturer specifications.
Removing battery cover ( 147).

Loosen the diagnostic connector 2 from the bracket 4.

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The interface to the diagnosis

and information system can

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be connected to diagnostic

connector 2.

Maintenance

Press the hook 1 and pull out the diagnostic connector 2 towards the top.

Securing the diagnostic connector
Disconnect the interface for the diagnosis and information system.

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Press the locks 3 on both sides.

Insert the diagnostic connector 2 into the bracket 4. The locks 3 engage on both sides.

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Connect the bracket 4 to the mounting 1.

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Maintenance

Make sure the hook 5 en-

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gages.

Fitting battery cover ( 149).

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General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154

153

Power sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154

Cases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155

Topcase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158

Navigation system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161

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CAUTION

cessory products to establish that they are safe, functional and suitable. Consequently, BMW accepts product liability. BMW

Power sockets
Connection of electrical devices

Use of other-make products accepts no liability whatsoever for You can start using electrical

Safety risk

parts and accessories that it has

devices connected to the mo-

BMW Motorrad cannot exam- not approved.

torcycle's sockets only when

ine or test each product of out- Whenever you are planning

the ignition is switched on.

Accessories

side origin to ensure that it can modifications, comply with all be used on or in connection the legal requirements. Make

Cable routing

with BMW vehicles without

sure that the vehicle does not

The cables from the power

constituting a safety hazard.

infringe the national road-vehicle

sockets to the auxiliary devices

Country-specific official author- construction and use regulations

must be routed in such a way

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isation does not suffice as as- applicable in your country.

that they do not impede the

surance. Tests conducted by Your BMW Motorrad dealer can

rider.

these instances cannot make offer expert advice on the choice The cable routing should not

provision for all operating con- of genuine BMW parts, accessor- restrict the steering angle or

ditions experienced by BMW ies and other products.

obstruct handling.

vehicles and, consequently,

To find out more about

The cables must not be

they are not sufficient in some accessories go to:

trapped.

circumstances. Use only parts and accessories approved by BMW for your vehicle.
BMW has conducted extens-

bmw-motorrad.com/ accessories

Automatic shutdown
The sockets will be automatically switched off during the start procedure.

ive testing of the parts and ac-

The power supply to the sockets is switched off no more than 15 minutes after the ignition is switched off, in order to prevent overloading of the onboard electrics. Low-wattage electrical accessories might not be recognised by the vehicle's electronics. In such cases, power sockets are switched off very shortly after the ignition is turned off. If the battery charge state is too low to maintain the motorcycle's start capability, the power sockets are switched off. The power sockets are also switched off when the maximum load capability as stated in the technical data is exceeded.

Cases Open cases
with touring cases OA
Turn the key 1 to position
OPEN.
Pull the grey release leaver 2
(OPEN) all the way up and
simultaneously open the case lid. Closing cases with touring cases OA

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Turn the key 1 to position

OPEN.

Press catches 2 of the case

lid into retainers 3. Check that nothing is trapped between the

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lid and the case.

Pull the grey release lever 4

(OPEN) all the way up and

simultaneously open the case

lid.

The lid engages with an aud-

ible click.

Turn the key 1 in the case lock

so that it is parallel with the

direction of travel and remove.

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Accessories

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Turn the key 1 to position
RELEASE.

Pull the black release lever 1
(RELEASE) up and simultan-
eously pull the case out. Then lift the case out of the bottom holder.
Install cases with touring cases OA

Turn the key 1 to position
RELEASE.

Position the case in case holder 1, then pivot it until it is seated at mount 2. Pull the black release lever 3
(RELEASE) up and simultan-

eously push the case into the upper holder 2. Push black release lever 3
(RELEASE) down until it en-
gages. Turn the key in the case lock so that it is parallel with the direction of travel and remove.
Maximum payload and maximum permissible speed
Note the maximum permissible payload and the speed limit for riding with cases fitted, as stated on the label inside the case. Contact your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer if you cannot find your combination of vehicle and cases on the label. The values for the combination described here are as follows:

Maximum permissible speed for riding with cases fitted to the motorcycle max 180 km/h Payload per case max 10 kg Secure attachment with touring cases OA
If a case wobbles or is difficult to fit, it has to be adapted to the

9 gap between the top and bottom
holders.

WARNING

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Accessories

Case installation not in com-

pliance with correct proced-

ure.

Impairment of road safety.

Cases may not wobble and

must be secured free from

play. Re-adjust the retainer if

play develops over the course

of time.

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The lid of the topcase opens.

Closing topcase

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with topcase OA

Accessories

Screws 1 inside the case allow you to make this adjustment.
z Topcase Opening topcase
with topcase OA

Turn the key in the topcase lock to position 1.

Push lock barrel 1 forward. Lever 2 pops up. Pull the release lever all the way up.

Pull release lever 1 all the way up. Close the lid of the topcase and hold it down. Check that nothing is trapped between the lid and the case.
NOTICE
The topcase can also be locked by turning the lock to the LOCK position. In this case, ensure that

the vehicle key is not left in the topcase.

Push release lever 1 down until it engages. Turn the key in the topcase lock to the LOCK position and remove the key from the lock.
Removing the topcase with topcase OA

Turn the key in the topcase lock to position 1. The handle pops out.

9 Lift the topcase at the rear and
remove it from the luggage carrier.
159 Installing topcase
with topcase OA
WARNING
Topcase not properly secured Driving safety is impaired
The topcase must not wobble
and must be secured free from z
play.
Pull the handle up as far as it will go.

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Pull handle 1 up as far as it will go.

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Hook the topcase into position

on the luggage carrier. Make

sure that hooks 1 are securely

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seated in the corresponding keepers 2.

Push handle 1 down until it engages.
Turn the key in the topcase lock to position 1 and remove the key from the lock.

Maximum payload and maximum permissible speed Note the maximum permissible payload and the speed limit for riding with topcase fitted, as stated on the label inside the topcase. Contact your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer if you cannot find your combination of vehicle and topcase on the label. The values for the combination described here are as follows:
Maximum permissible speed for riding with Vario topcase fitted to the motorcycle
max 180 km/h
Payload of Vario topcase
max 5 kg

Navigation system Securing navigation system
with preparation for navigation system OE with navigation system OA
NOTICE
The navigation preparation option is compatible with the BMW Motorrad Navigator IV and the BMW Motorrad Navigator V.
NOTICE
The latching system of the Mount Cradle is not designed to protect against theft. Always remove the navigation system and stow it away safely as soon as you finish your ride.

Turn ignition key 1 counterclockwise. Pull retainer 2 to the left. Press in lock 3. The Mount Cradle is released and cover 4 can be pivoted forward and removed.

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Insert navigation system 1 at

bottom and pivot it toward the

rear.

The navigation system engages with an audible click.

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Push retainer 2 fully to the

right.

Lock 3 is engaged.

Turn ignition key 4 clockwise.

The navigation system is se-

cured and the ignition key can

be removed.

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162 cover with preparation for navigation system OE with navigation system OA

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ATTENTION

Dust and dirt on the

Mount Cradle contacts

Damaged contacts

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Always reinstall the cover as

soon as you finish your ride.

Turn vehicle key 1 counterclockwise.

Pull retainer 2 fully to the left. Lock 3 is disengaged. Push lock 3 fully to the left. Navigation system 4 is unlocked. Tilt navigation system 4 and work it downward to remove.

Operating navigation system
with preparation for navigation system OE
with navigation system OA
NOTICE
The description below is based on the Navigator V. The Navigator IV does not support all the possibilities described here.

Insert cover 1 at bottom and pivot it up. The cover engages with an audible click. Push retainer 2 to the right. Turn vehicle key 3 clockwise. Cover 1 is secured.

NOTICE
Only the latest version of the BMW Motorrad communication system is supported. A software update of the BMW Motorrad communication system may be necessary. If this is the case, consult your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
If the BMW Motorrad Navigator is fitted, some of its functions

can be controlled directly from the handlebars using the MultiController.
The Multi-Controller is operated by means of six movements:
Turning upwards and downwards. Short operation to the left and right. Extended operation to the left and right. Turning the Multi-Controller with the Compass or Mediaplayer page open increases or decreases the volume of a

BMW Motorrad communication system connected via Bluetooth. In the BMW special menu, the menu items are selected by turning the Multi-Controller.

Long-push to the right to activate this function.

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163 Long-push to the left to activate this function.

Accessories

Short operation of the Multi-Con-

troller to the left or right changes In detail, the following functions

between the main pages of the can be controlled:

Navigator:

Map view

Map view

Turn up: Zoom in.

Compass

Turn down: Zoom out.

Mediaplayer

BMW special menu

Compass page

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My Motorcycle page

Turning increases or

decreases the volume of a

Long-pushing the Multi-Control- BMW Motorrad communication

ler corresponds to activating cer- system connected via

tain functions on the Navigator

Bluetooth.

display. An arrow to the right or to the left above the correspond- BMW special menu

ing button area on the display

Speak: Repeat most recent

indicates a function that can be

navigation announcement.

activated in this way.

Waypoint: Save current loca-

tion as a favourite.

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Home: Starts navigation to home address (greyed if no

My Motorcycle Turn: Changes the number of

system connected via Bluetooth.

home address has been 164 defined).
Mute: Switch automatic navig-

data shown. Touch a data field on the display to open the menu for

Warnings and status messages

ation announcements off or on selecting data.

with navigation system OA

(off: a crossed-out lips symbol

The values available fr selection

appears in the top line of the

depend on the optional extras

display). "Speak" will still activ- installed on the vehicle.

ate navigation announcements.

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All other acoustic outputs remain switched on.

NOTICE

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Switch off display: Deactivate the display.

The Mediaplayer function is available only with a Bluetooth device

Dial home number: Dials the supporting the A2DP standard,

home phone number saved in for example a BMW Motorrad

the Navigator (not shown un- communication system.

Warning and status messages

less a telephone is connected). Diversion: Activates the diver- Mediaplayer

from the motorcycle are indicated by a symbol 1 appearing at the

sion function (not shown unless Long-push to the left: Play

top left in the map view.

a route is active).

preceding track.

Skip: Skips the next waypoint

Long-push to the right: Play

NOTICE

(not shown unless the route has waypoints).

next track. Turning increases or decreases the volume of a

If a BMW Motorrad communication system is connected,

BMW Motorrad communication warnings are accompanied by an

acoustic signal.

If there are two or more active warnings the number appears

Reserve fuel level warning The settings for the fuel gauge

9 torcycle to the list of secured
vehicles. If you answer "Yes" at

below the warning triangle. Touching the warning triangle

are not available, because the

the prompt, the Navigator saves

reserve fuel level warning is sent the VIN of this vehicle in its in-

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when more than one warning

by the vehicle to the Navigator. ternal memory.

is active opens a list of all the

Touch the message when it is

A maximum of five VINs can be

warnings.

active to view the locations of the saved in this way.

Accessories

Additional information appears as nearest filling stations.

Subsequently, the PIN does not

soon as a message is selected.

have to be entered when the

NOTICE

Time and date The Navigator sends the time

Navigator is switched on by ignition ON while cradled in any of

Detailed information cannot be displayed for all warnings.

and date to the motorcycle. The these vehicles.

transfer of these data into the

If the Navigator is removed from

instrument cluster must be activ- the vehicle while switched on, a z

Special functions with navigation system OA

ated in the SETUP menu of the security prompt asking for the

instrument cluster.

PIN to be entered is issued.

Integration of the BMW Motorrad Navigator has produced a number of deviations from the descriptions in the operating instructions for the Navigator.

Security settings
The BMW Motorrad Navigator V can be secured against unauthorised use with a four-digit PIN (Garmin Lock). If this function is activated, while the Navigator is cradled on the motorcycle and the ignition is switched on you are prompted to add the mo-

Screen brightness
Screen brightness is adjusted by the motorcycle while the unit is cradled. No manual input is necessary. If you prefer, you can switch off automatic adjustment n the Navigator display settings.

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Care Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 Washing the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 Cleaning easily damaged components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 Protective wax coating . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 Laying up the motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . 170 Restoring motorcycle to use . . . . . . . 170

Care

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10 Care products BMW Motorrad recommends

168 that you use the cleaning

and care products you can

obtain from your authorised

BMW Motorrad dealer.

The substances in BMW

Care

CareProducts have been tested

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in laboratories and in practice; they provide optimised care and

protection for the materials used

in your vehicle.

ATTENTION

Use of unsuitable cleaning and care products Damage to vehicle parts
Do not use solvents such as cellulose thinners, cold cleaners, fuel or the like, and do not use cleaning products that contain alcohol.

Washing the vehicle
BMW Motorrad recommends that you use BMW insect remover to soften and wash off insects and stubborn dirt on painted parts prior to washing the vehicle. To prevent stains, do not wash the vehicle immediately after it has been exposed to strong sunlight and do not wash it in the sun. Make sure that the vehicle is washed frequently, especially during the winter months. To remove road salt, clean the motorcycle with cold water immediately after every trip.
WARNING
Wet brake discs and brake pads after vehicle wash, after riding through water and in rainy conditions

Diminished braking effect, risk of accident
Apply the brakes in good time to allow the friction and heat to dry the brake discs and brake pads.
ATTENTION
Effect of road salt intensified by warm water Corrosion
Use only cold water to wash off road salt.
ATTENTION
Damage due to high water pressure from high pressure cleaners or steam cleaners Corrosion or short-circuit, damage to seals, to the hydraulic brake system, to the electrics and the seat

Exercise restraint when using a steam jet or high-pressure cleaning equipment.
Cleaning easily damaged components Plastics
ATTENTION
Use of unsuitable cleaning agents Damage to plastic surfaces
Do not use cleaning agents that contain alcohol, solvents or abrasives. Do not use insect-remover pads or cleaning pads with hard, scouring surfaces.
Body panels Clean the trim panels with water and BMW plastic care emulsion.

Windscreens and lenses made of plastic and metal cover on centre trim panel Clean off dirt and insects with a soft sponge and plenty of water.
NOTICE
Soften stubborn dirt and insects by covering the affected areas with a wet cloth.
Clean with water and sponge only.
Do not use any chemical cleaning agents.
Chrome Use plenty of water and BMW shampoo to clean chrome, particularly if it has been exposed to road salt. Use chrome polish for additional treatment.

Radiator
Clean the radiator regularly to prevent overheating of the engine due to inadequate cooling. For example, use a garden hose with low water pressure.

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ATTENTION

Bending of radiator fins

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Damage to radiator fins

Take care not to bend the radi-

ator fins when cleaning.

Rubber components
Treat rubber components with water or BMW rubber-care products.

ATTENTION
Application of silicone sprays to rubber seals Damage to the rubber seals
Do not use silicone sprays or care products that contain silicon.

10 Paint care Washing the vehicle regularly

170 will help counteract the longterm effects of substances that

damage the paint, especially if

your vehicle is ridden in areas

with high air pollution or natural

Care

sources of dirt, for example tree

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resin or pollen. Remove particularly aggressive

substances immediately, how-

ever, as otherwise the paint can

be affected or become discol-

oured. Substances of this nature

include spilt fuel, oil, grease,

brake fluid and bird droppings.

We recommend BMW vehicle

polish or BMW paint cleaner for

this purpose.

Marks on the paintwork are par-

ticularly easy to see after the

vehicle has been washed. Re-

move stains of this kind imme-

diately, using cleaning-grade

benzine or petroleum spirit on

a clean cloth or ball of cotton.

BMW Motorrad recommends using BMW tar remover for removing specks of tar. Remember to wax the parts treated in this way.
Protective wax coating
If water is no longer forming beads on the paint surface, it must be waxed. BMW Motorrad recommends applying only BMW car wax or products containing carnauba wax or synthetic wax.
Laying up the motorcycle
Clean the motorcycle.
Fill the motorcycle's fuel tank.
Removing battery ( 147). Spray the brake and clutch lever pivots and the main and side stand pivots with a suitable lubricant.

Coat bright metal and chromeplated parts with an acid-free grease (e.g. Vaseline).
Stand the motorcycle in a dry room in such a way that there is no load on either wheel (preferably using the frontwheel and rear-wheel stands from BMW Motorrad).
Restoring motorcycle to use
Remove the protective wax coating. Clean the motorcycle. Installing battery ( 148). Comply with checklist ( 90).

Technical data Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 Fuel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175 Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178 Final drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178 Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179 Chassis and suspension . . . . . . . . . . . 179 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 Wheels and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182 Anti-theft alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184

Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185 Riding specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185

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11 Troubleshooting chart The engine does not start. 172 Possible cause

Rectification

Technical data

Side stand extended and gear engaged
Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged
No fuel in tank
Battery flat
Overheating protection for starter motor has been activated. Starter motor can only be operated for a limited period of time.

Retract the side stand. Select neutral or pull the clutch lever. Refuelling ( 98). Charge battery when connected ( 146). Allow the starter motor to cool down for approx. 1 minute before using it again.

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Threaded fasteners Front wheel

Value

Brake caliper on telescopic fork M10 x 65 Quick-release axle in telescopic forks M20 x 1.5 Clamping screw for quick-release axle in telescopic fork M8 x 50
Rear wheel

38 Nm
50 Nm
Tighten screws six times in alternate sequence 19 Nm Value

Rear wheel to wheel flange M10 x 1.25 x 40

Tighten in diagonally opposite sequence
60 Nm

Valid Valid

Technical data

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Handlebars
Handlebar bridge to fork bridge M8 x 35 M8 x 30

Value
19 Nm 19 Nm

Technical data

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Valid
with preparation for navigation system OE or with preparation for navigation system OA

Fuel
Recommended fuel grade Alternative fuel grade
Fuel level Fuel reserve

Super unleaded (max. 10 % ethanol, E10) 95 ROZ/RON 89 AKI
Regular unleaded (Power- and consumption-related restrictions. If e.g. the engine is to be operated in countries with low fuel grades at 91 research octane number, then the motorcycle must first be programmed appropriately at your authorised BMW motorcycle dealer.) 91 ROZ/RON 87 AKI
approx. 18 l
approx. 4 l

Technical data

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Technical data

11 Engine oil Engine oil, capacity 176
Specification
Engine oil, quantity for topping up BMW recommends
Engine z
Location of engine number Engine type Engine design
Displacement Cylinder bore Piston stroke Compression ratio

max 4 l, with filter change SAE 5W-40, API SL / JASO MA2, Additives (e.g. molybdenum-based) are not permissible because they can attack coated components of the engine, BMW Motorrad recommends BMW Motorrad ADVANTEC Ultimate oil. max 0.95 l, Difference between MIN and MAX
Crankcase, bottom right, below starter motor 122EN Air-/liquid-cooled two-cylinder four-stroke opposed-twin engine with two overhead spurgear-driven camshafts and one balancing shaft 1170 cm3 101 mm 73 mm 12.5:1

Nominal output with power reduction OE
Torque with power reduction OE
Maximum engine speed Idle speed
Exhaust emissions standard
Clutch
Clutch type

92 kW, at engine speed: 7750 min-1 79 kW, at engine speed: 7750 min-1 125 Nm, at engine speed: 6500 min-1 122 Nm, at engine speed: 5250 min-1 max 9000 min-1 1150 min-1, Engine at regular operating temperature EU 4

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Technical data

Multiplate oil-bath clutch, anti-hopping

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Technical data

11 Transmission Gearbox type 178
Gearbox transmission ratios
z Final drive
Type of final drive Type of rear suspension Gear ratio of final drive

Claw-shift 6-speed gearbox with helical gearing 1.000 (60:60 teeth), Primary transmission ratio 1.650 (33:20 teeth), Transmission input ratio 2.438 (39:16 teeth), 1st gear 1.714 (36:21 teeth), 2nd gear 1.296 (35:27 teeth), 3rd gear 1.059 (36:34 teeth), 4th gear 0.943 (33:35 teeth), 5th gear 0.848 (28:33 teeth), 6th gear 1.061 (35:33 teeth), Transmission output ratio
Shaft drive with bevel gears Cast aluminium single swinging arm with BMW Motorrad paralever 2.818 (31/11 teeth)

Frame
Frame type
Type plate location Position of the Vehicle Identification Number
Chassis and suspension
Front wheel Type of front suspension Spring travel, front Rear wheel Type of rear suspension
Type of rear suspension
With Dynamic ESA OE
Spring travel at rear wheel

Tubular steel frame with supporting drive unit, steel pipe rear frames
Frame, front left, on steering head
Frame, front right, on steering head

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Technical data

Upside-down telescopic fork
140 mm, at front wheel
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Cast aluminium single swinging arm with BMW Motorrad paralever Central shock absorber complete with torsion spring, adjustable rebound-stage damping and spring preload
Central spring strut with coil spring, electrically adjustable damping and spring preload
140 mm

11 Brakes Front wheel 180
Type of front brake

Technical data

Brake-pad material, front Rear wheel Type of rear brake

Brake-pad material, rear

Wheels and tyres

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Recommended tyre sets

Speed category, front/rear tyres

Hydraulically operated twin disc brake with 4-piston radial brake calipers and floating brake discs Sintered metal
Hydraulically actuated disc brake with 2-piston floating caliper and fixed disc Sintered metal
Your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer will be happy to supply an up-to-date list of the approved wheel/tyre combinations, or you can check the information posted on the bmw-motorrad.com website. W, required at least: 270 km/h

Front wheel Front wheel type Front wheel rim size Tyre designation, front Load index, front tyre Permissible front-wheel imbalance Rear wheel Rear-wheel type Rear wheel rim size Tyre designation, rear Load index, rear tyre Permissible rear-wheel imbalance Tyre pressures Tyre pressure, front Tyre pressure, rear

Aluminium cast wheel 3.5" x 17" 120/70 - ZR 17 min. 49 max 5 g
Aluminium cast wheel 5.5" x 17" 180/55 - ZR 17 min. 67 max 45 g
2.5 bar, tyre cold 2.9 bar, tyre cold

Technical data

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11 Electrical system Electrical rating of on-board sockets 182
Fuse carrier 1

Technical data

Fuse holder

Battery

Battery type

Battery rated voltage

Battery rated capacity

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Spark plugs

Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation

Electrode gap of spark plug

max 5 A, total for all sockets 10 A, Slot 1: instrument cluster, alarm system (DWA), ignition lock, main relay, diagnostic socket 7.5 A, Slot 2: multifunction switch left, tyre pressure control (RDC), angular rate sensor 50 A, Fuse 1: Voltage regulator
AGM (Absorbent Glass Mat) battery 12 V 12 Ah
NGK LMAR8D-J 0.8±0.1 mm, when new 1.0 mm, Wear limit

Lighting Bulb for high-beam headlight Bulbs for the low-beam headlight Bulb for parking light Bulb for tail light/brake light Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear
Anti-theft alarm
Activation time on arming Alarm duration Battery type

H7 / 12 V / 55 W H7 / 12 V / 55 W W5W / 12 V / 5 W LED RY10W / 12 V / 10 W RY10W / 12 V / 10 W
approx. 30 s approx. 26 s CR 123 A

Technical data

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Technical data

11 Dimensions Length of motorcycle 184
Height of motorcycle
Width of motorcycle
Front-seat height with front seat, low OE with Sport seat OE
Rider's inside-leg arc, heel to heel with front seat, low OE
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with Sport seat OE

2202 mm, over number-plate carrier 1260 mm, measured over windscreen, at DIN unladen weight, with windscreen in lowest position 925 mm, with mirrors 998 mm, with cases 820 mm, without rider at DIN unladen weight 760 mm, without rider at DIN unladen weight 840 mm, without rider at DIN unladen weight 1835 mm, without rider at unladen weight 1720 mm, without rider at unladen weight 1875 mm, without rider at unladen weight

Weights
Vehicle kerb weight
Permissible gross weight Maximum payload Permissible wheel load, front Permissible wheel load, rear

236 kg, DIN unladen weight, ready for road 90 % load of fuel, without OE 450 kg 214 kg max 180 kg max 300 kg

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Technical data

Riding specifications

Starting capability on uphill gradients (at permiss- 20 %

ible gross weight)

Top speed

>200 km/h

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Technical data

Service BMW Motorrad Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 BMW Motorrad Mobility services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 Maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 Confirmation of maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Confirmation of service . . . . . . . . . . . . 206

Service

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Service

12 BMW Motorrad Service BMW Motorrad has an extensive 188 network of dealerships in place
to look after you and your motorcycle in more than 100 countries. Authorised BMW Motorrad dealerships have the technical information and the technical know-how to carry out reliably all maintenance and repair work
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You can locate your nearest authorised BMW Motorrad dealership by visiting our website: bmw-motorrad.com
WARNING
Maintenance and repair work not in compliance with correct procedure Risk of accident due to consequential damage
BMW Motorrad recommends having work of this nature carried out on the vehicle by a

specialist workshop, preferably an authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
In order to help ensure that your BMW is always in optimum condition, BMW Motorrad recommends compliance with the maintenance intervals specified for your motorcycle. Have all maintenance and repair work that is carried out confirmed in the "Service" chapter in this manual. For generous treatment of claims submitted after the warranty period has expired, evidence of regular maintenance is essential.
Your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer can provide information on BMW services and the work undertaken as part of each service.

BMW Motorrad Mobility services
As owner of a new BMW vehicle, in circumstances in which assistance is required you can benefit from the protection afforded by the various BMW Motorrad mobility services (e.g. Mobile Service, breakdown service, vehicle recovery service). Your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer will be happy provide information about the mobility services available to you.
Maintenance work
BMW pre-delivery check
Your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer conducts the BMW predelivery check before handing over the vehicle to you.

BMW Running-in check
Running-in check
500...1200 km
BMW Service The BMW Service is carried out once a year; the extent of servicing can vary, depending on the age of the vehicle and the distance it has covered. Your authorised BMW Motorrad dealer confirms that the service work has been carried out and enters the date when the next service will be due. Riders who cover long distances in a year might have to bring in their vehicles for service before the next scheduled date. It is to allow for these cases that a maximum odometer reading is entered as well in the confirmation of service. Servicing has to be brought forward if this odo-

meter reading is reached before the next scheduled date for the service. The service-due indicator in the multifunction display reminds you about one month or 1000 km in advance when the time for a service is approaching, on the basis of the programmed values.
To find out more about service go to: bmw-motorrad.com/service
The maintenance tasks necessary for your vehicle are set out in the maintenance schedule below:

Service

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Service

Maintenance schedule
1 BMW Running-in check 2 BMW Service standard
scope 3 Engine-oil change, with
filter 4 Oil change in bevel gears
rear 5 Check valve clearance 6 Replace all spark plugs 7 Replace air filter element 8 Oil change in the tele-
scopic forks 9 Change brake fluid, entire
system a annually or every
10000 km (whichever comes first) b every 2 years or every 20000 km (whichever comes first) c for the first time after one year, then every two years

Service

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12 Confirmation of maintenance work BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope

192 The activities in the BMW Motorrad Service standard scope are listed below. The actual scope of main-

tenance work for your vehicle may differ.

Performing vehicle test with BMW Motorrad diagnostic system

Visual inspection of hydraulic clutch system

Service

Visually inspecting brake pipes, brake hoses and connections

Checking front brake pads and brake discs for wear

Checking brake-fluid level, front brakes

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Checking rear brake pads and brake disc for wear

Checking brake-fluid level, rear brakes

Checking steering-head bearing

Checking coolant level

Checking ease of movement of side stand

Checking tyre tread depth and tyre pressure

Check the lights and signalling equipment

Function test, engine start suppression

Final inspection and check of roadworthiness

Setting service-due date and service countdown distance

Checking battery charge state

Confirming the BMW service in the on-board literature

BMW Pre-delivery Check Completed
on

BMW Running-in Check Completed
on Odometer reading
Next service at the latest on or, if reached beforehand Odometer reading

Stamp, signature

Stamp, signature

Service

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Service

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BMW Service Completed
on Odometer reading
Next service at the latest on or, if reached beforehand Odometer reading

Item
BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope
Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Oil change in telescopic front forks Change brake fluid in entire system

Yes No

Notes

Stamp, signature

BMW Service Completed
on Odometer reading
Next service at the latest on or, if reached beforehand Odometer reading

Item
BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope
Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Oil change in telescopic front forks Change brake fluid in entire system

Yes No

Notes

Service

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Stamp, signature

Service

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BMW Service Completed
on Odometer reading
Next service at the latest on or, if reached beforehand Odometer reading

Item
BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope
Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Oil change in telescopic front forks Change brake fluid in entire system

Yes No

Notes

Stamp, signature

BMW Service Completed
on Odometer reading
Next service at the latest on or, if reached beforehand Odometer reading

Item
BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope
Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Oil change in telescopic front forks Change brake fluid in entire system

Yes No

Notes

Service

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Stamp, signature

Service

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BMW Service Completed
on Odometer reading
Next service at the latest on or, if reached beforehand Odometer reading

Item
BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope
Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Oil change in telescopic front forks Change brake fluid in entire system

Yes No

Notes

Stamp, signature

BMW Service Completed
on Odometer reading
Next service at the latest on or, if reached beforehand Odometer reading

Item
BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope
Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Oil change in telescopic front forks Change brake fluid in entire system

Yes No

Notes

Service

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Stamp, signature

Service

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200
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BMW Service Completed
on Odometer reading
Next service at the latest on or, if reached beforehand Odometer reading

Item
BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope
Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Oil change in telescopic front forks Change brake fluid in entire system

Yes No

Notes

Stamp, signature

BMW Service Completed
on Odometer reading
Next service at the latest on or, if reached beforehand Odometer reading

Item
BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope
Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Oil change in telescopic front forks Change brake fluid in entire system

Yes No

Notes

Service

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Stamp, signature

Service

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BMW Service Completed
on Odometer reading
Next service at the latest on or, if reached beforehand Odometer reading

Item
BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope
Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Oil change in telescopic front forks Change brake fluid in entire system

Yes No

Notes

Stamp, signature

BMW Service Completed
on Odometer reading
Next service at the latest on or, if reached beforehand Odometer reading

Item
BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope
Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Oil change in telescopic front forks Change brake fluid in entire system

Yes No

Notes

Service

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Stamp, signature

Service

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BMW Service Completed
on Odometer reading
Next service at the latest on or, if reached beforehand Odometer reading

Item
BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope
Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Oil change in telescopic front forks Change brake fluid in entire system

Yes No

Notes

Stamp, signature

BMW Service Completed
on Odometer reading
Next service at the latest on or, if reached beforehand Odometer reading

Item
BMW Motorrad Service, standard scope
Oil change, engine, with filter Oil change in rear bevel gears Checking valve clearance Renewing all spark plugs Renewing air cleaner insert Oil change in telescopic front forks Change brake fluid in entire system

Yes No

Notes

Service

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Stamp, signature

12 Confirmation of service The table is intended as a record of maintenance and repair work, the installation of optional accessories

206 and, if appropriate, special campaign (recall) work.

Item

Odometer

Date

reading

Service

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Item

Odometer reading

Date

Service

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Service

Appendix
Certificate for electronic immobiliser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Certificate for Keyless Ride . . . . . . . . 212
Certificate for tyre pressure control (RDC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214

Appendix

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FCC Approval Ring aerial in the ignition switch
To verify the authorization of the ignition key, the electronic immobilizer exchanges information with the ignition key via the ring aerial.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Approbation de la FCC Antenne annulaire présente dans le commutateur d'allumage
Pour vérifier l'autorisation de la clé de contact, le système d'immobilisation électronique échange des

informations avec la clé de contact via l'antenne annulaire. Le présent dispositif est conforme à la partie 15 des règles de la FCC. Son utilisation est soumise aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) Le dispositif ne
doit pas produire d'interférences nuisibles, et (2) le dispositif doit pouvoir accepter toutes les interférences extérieures, y compris celles qui pourraient provoquer une activation inopportune.

Toute modification qui n'aurait pas été approuvée expressément par l'organisme responsable de l'homologation peut annuler l'autorisation accordée à l'utilisateur pour utiliser le dispositif.

Certifications BMW Keyless Ride ID Device
USA, Canada Product name: BMW Keyless Ride ID Device FCC ID: YGOHUF5750 IC: 4008C-HUF5750

Canada: Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. USA: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Declaration Of Conformity

We declare under our responsibility that the product BMW Keyless Ride ID Device (Model: HUF5750)
camplies with the appropriate essential requirements of the article 3 of the R&TIE and the other relevant provisions, when used for its intended purpose. Applied Standards: 1. Health and safety requirements contained in article 3 (1) a)
· EN 60950-1:2006+A11:2009+A1:2010+A12:2011; Information technology equipment- Safety 2. Protection requirements with respect to electromagnetic compatibility article 3 (1) b)
· EN 301 489-1 (V1 .9.2, 09/2011 ), Electromagnetic compatibility and radio spectrum matters (ERM); Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 1: Common technical requirements
· EN 301 489-3 (V1.4.1, 08/2002) Electromagnetic compatibility and radio spectrum matters (ERM); Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 3: Specific conditions for short range devices (SRD) operating on frequencies between 9 kHz and 40 GHz
3. Means of the efficient use of the radio frequency spectrum article 3 (2) · EN 300 220-1 & -2 (V2.4.1, 05/2012), electromagnetic compatibility and radio spectrum matters (ERM); Short range devices (SRD); Radio equipment tobe used in the 25 MHz to 1000 MHz frequency range with power Ieveis ranging up to 500 mW; Part 1: Technical characteristics and test methods. Part 2: Harmonized EN covering essential requirements under article 3.2 ofthe R&TIE directive
The product is Iabeted wilh the CE marking:

Velbert, October 15th, 2013

Benjamin A. Müller
Product Development Systems Car Access and Immobilization ­ Electronics Huf Hülsbeck & Fürst GmbH & Co. KG Steeger Straße 17, D-42551 Velbert

Certification Tire Pressure Control (TPC)

FCC ID: MRXBC54MA4 IC: 2546A-BC54MA4

FCC ID: MRXBC5A4 IC: 2546A-BC5A4

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage,
et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout
brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. The term "IC:" before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.

A Abbreviations and symbols, 6
ABS Control, 15 Engineering details, 104
Indicator and warning lights, 40
operate, 69 Self-diagnosis, 92
Accessories General instructions, 154
Actuality, 7
Air filter Position on the motorcycle, 13
Ambient temperature Outside temperature warning, 31
Reading, 44
Anti-theft alarm Indicator light, 18
operate, 67 Warning, 39
ASC Control, 15 Engineering details, 107
operate, 70 Self-diagnosis, 93

Average values Resetting, 62
B Battery
Charging battery when connected, 146 Charging battery when disconnected, 147 Indicator light for battery charge voltage, 38 Installation, 148 Maintenance instructions, 145 Removal, 147 Technical data, 182 Warning for battery voltage low, 38 Brake fluid Checking fluid level, front, 124 Checking fluid level, rear, 125 Reservoir, front, 13 Reservoir, rear, 13 brake lever Adjusting brake lever, 84

Brake pads Checking front, 122 Checking rear, 123 Running in, 94
Brakes ABS Pro in detail, 106 ABS Pro depending on riding mode, 96 Adjusting handlebar lever, 84 Checking function, 122 Safety instructions, 95 Technical data, 180
C Cases, 155 Checklist, 90 Clock
adjusting, 64 Clutch
Adjusting clutch, 84 Adjusting handlebar lever, 84 Checking operation, 126 Technical data, 177 Confirmation of maintenance work, 192

Index

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14 Coolant Checking fill level, 126

216

Warning for overtemperature, 32

Cruise-control system

operate, 76

Index

D

Damping

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Adjuster, rear, 11 Adjusting, 86

Daytime riding lights

automatic daytime riding

light, 58

Manual daytime riding light, 57

Position on the vehicle, 11

Diagnostic connector

Loosen, 151

secure, 151

Dimensions Technical data, 184

DTC Engineering details, 108

DWA Technical data, 183

E Electrics
Technical data, 182 Emergency off switch (kill
switch), 17 Operation, 54 Emissions warning light, 34 Engine Indicator light for engine control unit, 33 Malfunction indicator lamp, 34 starting, 91 Technical data, 176 Warning light for engine electronics, 33 Engine oil Checking fill level, 120 Filling level indicator, 13 Oil filler opening, 13 Oil level, 43 Technical data, 176 Topping up, 121 Warning for engine oil level, 34

Engine temperature Warning for overtemperature, 32
Equipment, 7 ESA
Control, 15 Engineering details, 110 operate, 71
F Frame
Technical data, 179 Front-wheel stand
Installing, 118 Fuel
Fuel grade, 98 Oil filler opening, 11 refuelling, 98, 99 Refuelling, 98, 99 refuelling with Keyless Ride, 100 Reserve volume, 43 Technical data, 175 Fuel reserve Warning, 42

Fuses replacing, 149 Technical data, 182
G General views
Indicator and warning lights, 20 Instrument panel, 18 Left multifunction switch, 15 Left side of vehicle, 11 Multifunction display, 22, 23, 24 Right multifunction switch, 17 Right side of vehicle, 13 Underneath the seat, 14
H Hazard warning flashers
Control, 15, 17 operate, 59 Headlight Beam throw, 83 Headlight beam-throw adjustment, 11 Headlight courtesy delay feature, 48, 55

Heated handlebar grips Control, 17 operate, 78
Horn, 15
I Ignition
Switching off, 49 Switching on, 48 Immobiliser Emergency key, 52 Reserve key, 49 Warning, 31 Instrument panel Ambient-light brightness sensor, 18 Overview, 18
J Jump-start, 144
K Keyless Ride
Battery of radio-operated key flat, 53 Electronic immobiliser EWS, 52

Fuel filler cap, unlocking, 99, 100 Lock the handlebars, 50 Loss of the radio-operated key, 52 Switching off ignition, 51 Switching on ignition, 51 Warning, 31, 32 Keys, 48, 50
L Lighting
High-beam headlight, 137 LED auxiliary headlights, 144 LED daytime riding light, 144 Low-beam headlight, 137 Number-plate light, 142 Replacing LED rear light, 144 Side light, 139 Technical data, 183 Turn indicators, 141 Warning for defective bulb, 37

Index

14
217
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14 Lights automatic daytime riding

218 light, 58 Control, 15

Headlight courtesy delay

feature, 55

Headlight flasher, operating, 55

Index

High-beam headlight,

operating, 55

z

Low-beam headlight, 55

Manual daytime riding light, 57

Operating LED auxiliary

headlights, 56

Parking lights, 56

Side light, 55

Luggage

Instructions for loading, 88

M Maintenance
General instructions, 118
Maintenance schedule, 191
Maintenance intervals, 188

Mirrors Adjusting, 82
Mobility services, 188 Motorcycle
care, 167 cleaning, 167 Lashing, 101 Laying up, 170 parking, 97 restoring to use, 170 Multifunction display, 18 Control, 15 Operation, 60 Overview, 22, 23, 24 Select display, 60 Selecting multifunction display view, 60 Multifunction switch General view, left side, 15 General view, right side, 17
O Odometer and tripmeters
reset, 62

P Parking, 97 Parking light, 56 Power socket
Notes on use, 154 Position on the vehicle, 13 Pre-Ride-Check, 91
R RDC
Adhesive label for rim, 129 Engineering details, 112 Rear-wheel drive Technical data, 178 Rear-wheel stand Installing, 120 Refuelling, 98, 99 with Keyless Ride, 100 Remote control Replacing battery, 53 Rev. counter, 18 Rider's Manual Position on the vehicle, 14

Riding mode Adjusting, 73 Control, 17 Engineering details, 111
Running gear Technical data, 179
Running in, 93
S Safety instructions
for brakes, 95 for riding, 88 Seat Position of the height adjustment, 14 Seats Lock, 11 Removing and installing, 79 Service, 188 Warning, 39 Service-due indicator, 42 Shift assistant, 94 Gear not calibrated, 41 Shifting gear Recommendation to upshift, 45

Silencer Securing silencer, 136 Silencer, swivelling, 136
Spark plugs Technical data, 182
Speedometer, 18 Spring preload
Adjuster, rear, 13 Adjusting, 85 Starting, 91 Control, 17 Steering lock Locking, 48
T Technical data
Anti-theft alarm, 183 Battery, 182 Brakes, 180 Chassis and suspension, 179 Clutch, 177 Dimensions, 184 Electrical system, 182 Engine, 176 Engine oil, 176

Final drive, 178 Frame, 179 Fuel, 175 Lighting, 183 Spark plugs, 182 Standards, 7 Transmission, 178 Weights, 185 Wheels and tyres, 180 Telltale lights, 18 Overview, 20 Toolkit Contents, 118 Position on the vehicle, 14 Topcase Operation, 158 Torques, 173 Transmission Technical data, 178 Troubleshooting chart, 172 Turn indicators Control, 15 operate, 59 Type plate Position on the vehicle, 13

Index

14
219
z

14 Tyre pressure monitoring RDC Reading, 44

220 Tyres Checking inflation

pressure, 127

Checking tread depth, 128

Pressures, 181

Index

Recommendation, 128

Running in, 94

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Table of tyre pressures, 14

Technical data, 180

Top speed, 89

V Vehicle Identification Number
Position on the vehicle, 13

W Warning lights, 18
Overview, 20 Warnings
ABS, 40 Anti-theft alarm, 39 Battery charge voltage, 38 Bulb faulty, 37 Coolant temperature, 32

Engine control unit, 33 Engine electronics, 33 Engine oil level, 34 Engine temperature, 32 Fuel reserve, 42 Gear not calibrated, 41 Immobiliser, 31 Malfunction indicator lamp, 34 Mode of presentation, 25 Outside temperature warning, 31 Service, 39 Undervoltage, 38 Warnings, overview, 26 Weights Payload table, 14 Technical data, 185 Wheels Change of size, 129 Checking rims, 128 Installing front wheel, 132 Installing the rear wheel, 135 Removing front wheel, 130 Technical data, 180

Windscreen Adjusting, 82

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221
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Index

Details described or illustrated in this booklet may differ from the vehicle's actual specification as purchased, the accessories fitted or the national-market specification. No claims will be entertained as a result of such discrepancies. Dimensions, weights, fuel consumption and performance data are quoted to the customary tolerances. The right to modify designs, equipment and accessories is reserved. Errors and omissions excepted.

Original rider's manual, printed in Germany.

© 2016 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft 80788 Munich, Germany Not to be reproduced by any means whatsoever, wholly or in part, without the written permission of BMW Motorrad, After Sales.

Important data for refuelling: Fuel Recommended fuel grade
Alternative fuel grade
Fuel level Fuel reserve Tyre pressures Tyre pressure, front Tyre pressure, rear

Super unleaded (max. 10 % ethanol, E10) 95 ROZ/RON 89 AKI Regular unleaded (Power- and consumption-related restrictions. If e.g. the engine is to be operated in countries with low fuel grades at 91 research octane number, then the motorcycle must first be programmed appropriately at your authorised BMW motorcycle dealer.) 91 ROZ/RON 87 AKI approx. 18 l approx. 4 l
2.5 bar, tyre cold 2.9 bar, tyre cold

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